2013 Kia Optima | 2014 Kia Sorento | 2014 Kia Optima | 2015 Kia Sorento | 2015 Kia Optima — 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 20V519000, published August 28, 2020 and initiated August 27, 2020. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2013 Kia Optima | 2014 Kia Sorento | 2014 Kia Optima | 2015 Kia Sorento | 2015 Kia Optima — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module.
What's the hazard
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
What to do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- OPTIMA
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 KIA OPTIMA | 2014 KIA SORENTO | 2014 KIA OPTIMA | 2015 KIA SORENTO | 2015 KIA OPTIMA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Kia Optima | 2014 Kia Sorento | 2014 Kia Optima | 2015 Kia Sorento | 2015 Kia Optima — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V519000 on August 28, 2020. Reported hazard: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: OPTIMA.