2008 Kia Sportage | 2009 Kia Sportage — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Published October 25, 2022 · Recall initiated: October 24, 2022
Summary
NHTSA records recall 22V800000, published October 25, 2022 and initiated October 24, 2022. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2008 Kia Sportage | 2009 Kia Sportage — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module.
What's the hazard
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2008-2009 Sportage vehicles previously recalled under recall 16V-815. An engine compartment fire originating from around the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may occur while parked or driving.
What to do
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and other vehicles until the recall repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and replace the HECU, its wiring harness, and its fuses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC253.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- SPORTAGE
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2008 KIA SPORTAGE | 2009 KIA SPORTAGE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2008 Kia Sportage | 2009 Kia Sportage — Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V800000 on October 25, 2022. Reported hazard: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2008-2009 Sportage vehicles previously recalled under recall 16V-815. An engine compartment fire originating from around the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may occur while parked or driving.
What should I do if I have this product?
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and other vehicles until the recall repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and replace the HECU, its wiring harness, and its fuses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC253.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: SPORTAGE.