LX 4dr Front-Wheel Drive
2014 Kia Sportage Recalls
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 22V051000
RECALL DATE: 2022-02-03
SUMMARY
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
CONSEQUENCES
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
REMEDY
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.
COMPONENT AFFECTED
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
NOTES
Kia America, Inc.
