2018 Kia Stinger | 2019 Kia Stinger | 2020 Kia Stinger | 2021 Kia Stinger — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Published August 28, 2020 · Recall initiated: August 27, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V518000, published August 28, 2020 and initiated August 27, 2020. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2018 Kia Stinger | 2019 Kia Stinger | 2020 Kia Stinger | 2021 Kia Stinger — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module.
What's the hazard
Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.
What to do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- STINGER
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2018 KIA STINGER | 2019 KIA STINGER | 2020 KIA STINGER | 2021 KIA STINGER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Kia Stinger | 2019 Kia Stinger | 2020 Kia Stinger | 2021 Kia Stinger — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V518000 on August 28, 2020. Reported hazard: Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: STINGER.