2012 Kia Forte Recuerda
NHTSA ID DE CAMPAÑA: 23V652000
RECUERDA LA FECHA: 2023-09-26
RESUMEN
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
CONSECUENCIAS
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
REMEDIO
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. The first owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Kia will continue a phased mailing as the remedy becomes available for different makes and model vehicles. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
COMPONENTE AFECTADO
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
NOTAS
Kia America, Inc.
