2014 Kia Forte Koup | 2012 Kia Forte | 2013 Kia Forte | 2014 Kia Forte | 2012 Kia Forte Koup | 2013 Kia Forte Koup — Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
Published December 5, 2017 · Recall initiated: December 1, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V773000, published December 5, 2017 and initiated December 1, 2017. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2014 Kia Forte Koup | 2012 Kia Forte | 2013 Kia Forte | 2014 Kia Forte | 2012 Kia Forte Koup | 2013 Kia Forte Koup — Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages.
What's the hazard
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
What to do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- FORTE KOUP
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2014 KIA FORTE KOUP | 2012 KIA FORTE | 2013 KIA FORTE | 2014 KIA FORTE | 2012 KIA FORTE KOUP | 2013 KIA FORTE KOUP
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Kia Forte Koup | 2012 Kia Forte | 2013 Kia Forte | 2014 Kia Forte | 2012 Kia Forte Koup | 2013 Kia Forte Koup — Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V773000 on December 5, 2017. Reported hazard: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: FORTE KOUP.