2020 Kia Telluride — Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control
Published July 29, 2020 · Recall initiated: July 28, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V436000, published July 29, 2020 and initiated July 28, 2020. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2020 Kia Telluride — Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control.
What's the hazard
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC). When a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake lights will not illuminate when the SCC applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wire harness to the main fuse box to signal the trailer brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC194.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- TELLURIDE
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2020 KIA TELLURIDE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Kia Telluride — Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V436000 on July 29, 2020. Reported hazard: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC). When a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake lights will not illuminate when the SCC applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wire harness to the main fuse box to signal the trailer brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC194.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: TELLURIDE.