2016 Kia Sorento Recuerda
NHTSA ID DE CAMPAÑA: 22V703000
RECUERDA LA FECHA: 2022-09-20
RESUMEN
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
CONSECUENCIAS
A 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 inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
COMPONENTE AFECTADO
TRAILER HITCHES
NOTAS
Kia America, Inc.
