2019 Kia Sorento — Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Published September 18, 2023 · Recall initiated: September 15, 2023
Summary
NHTSA records recall 23V639000, published September 18, 2023 and initiated September 15, 2023. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2019 Kia Sorento — Back over prevention: sensing system: camera.
What's the hazard
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sorento vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, water may leak into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC282.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- SORENTO
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2019 KIA SORENTO
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Kia Sorento — Back over prevention: sensing system: camera recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V639000 on September 18, 2023. Reported hazard: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sorento vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, water may leak into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC282.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: SORENTO.