Kia Sedona recalls

33 official safety recalls for the Kia Sedona from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Shift lever may not lock

    Reported August 10, 2022Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 22V61200028,065 vehicles affected

    Faulty shift lever assembly components may prevent the lever from locking, allowing the vehicle to roll away and increasing crash and injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace components as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
    Defect
    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 Sedona and Sorento vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with faulty automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, preventing the shift lever from locking, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
    Consequence
    A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash and injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC246.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  2. Air bag control unit may disable air bags

    Reported January 25, 2022Model years 2017–2019NHTSA campaign 22V031000410,619 vehicles affected

    The air bag control unit cover may damage a circuit on its circuit board, deactivating the air bags so they may not deploy in a crash. Dealers will inspect the unit and update its software or replace it as needed. Repairs are free.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
    Consequence
    Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  3. Turn signal may activate in the wrong direction

    Reported September 17, 2021Model years 2015–2017NHTSA campaign 21V72500088,576 vehicles affected

    Software may misread multifunction switch signals and activate the turn signal opposite to the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the Smart Junction Box software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.
    Consequence
    A turn signal activating in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC217.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  4. Water or oil may cause a short circuit in the HECU

    Reported July 20, 2020Model years 2005–2009DVSA recall R/2020/187EU Safety Gate A12/00995/2031,290 vehicles affected

    Water or oil may enter the hydraulic electronic control unit over time and cause an electrical short circuit. A relay will be installed to isolate the unit when the ignition is off.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    WATER OR OIL MAY ENTER THE HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT
    Defect
    Water or oil may enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over a long period of time causing an electrical short circuit.
    Remedy
    Install a relay to isolate the HECU when the ignition is switched off.

  5. Alternator terminal nut may loosen

    Reported July 8, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V3990005,385 vehicles affected

    The alternator battery terminal nut may loosen, causing electrical arcing and increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect and tighten the nut as needed free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (KIA) is recalling certain 2020 Sedona vehicles. The battery positive (B+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.
    Consequence
    If the alternator B+ terminal nut loosens, electrical arcing may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator B+ terminal nut, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC192.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  6. Fuel rail may crack

    Reported February 21, 2020Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 20V10100051,465 vehicles affected

    Heat may cause the fuel rail to crack and leak fuel, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the fuel rail free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Sedona vehicles. The fuel rail may crack from exposure to heat generated within the engine compartment, resulting in a fuel leak.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak increases the risk of fire.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC188.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  7. Moisture in ABS module may cause an electrical short

    Reported February 14, 2020Model years 2006–2010NHTSA campaign 20V088000228,829 vehicles affected

    Moisture may enter the ABS module and cause an electrical short, which can start an engine compartment fire even when the vehicle is off. Dealers will install a relay in the main junction box free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.
    Consequence
    An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the HECU when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC186.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  8. Middle seat belt buckle may be on the wrong side

    Reported March 18, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V207000197 vehicles affected

    The second-row middle seat belt buckle may be installed on the wrong side, preventing proper use of the 3-point belt and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the installation and reinstall the buckle correctly if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sedona vehicles equipped with an 8-passenger seat arrangement. The seat belt buckle for the second-row middle seat may have been improperly installed on the wrong side of the seat, preventing the proper use of the 3-point seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    A seat belt that cannot be properly used increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
    Remedy
    Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt installation, and reinstall the seat belt buckle to the correct side if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia 's number for this recall is SC177.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  9. Passenger seat wiring harness may break

    Reported February 19, 2019Model years 2015–2018NHTSA campaign 19V10900094,389 vehicles affected

    The wiring harness under the front passenger seat may break over time. If a child is in a child seat there, the passenger air bag may deploy in a crash, increasing risk of injury. Dealers will remove the harness clip and replace the seat cushion if the harness is damaged, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.
    Consequence
    If a child is in a child seat in the front seat, a broken ODS wiring harness will not prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC175.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  10. Air bag control unit may prevent deployment

    Reported June 1, 2018Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 18V363000507,587 vehicles affected

    The air bag control unit may short circuit in a crash, preventing the front airbags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying and increasing injury risk. Dealers will install an extension wire harness kit; for certain vehicles, they will first check the control unit part number.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
    Consequence
    If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC165.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  11. Power sliding door may not reverse when obstructed

    Reported May 23, 2018Model years 2015–2018NHTSA campaign 18V338000106,428 vehicles affected

    The power sliding door may fail to reverse when obstructed and could close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will reprogram the door module software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.
    Consequence
    If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  12. Secondary bonnet latch may fail

    Reported October 1, 2016Model years 2005–2014DVSA recall R/2016/19710,141 vehicles affected

    Corrosion may leave the secondary bonnet latch open. If the bonnet is not fully locked, it could open while driving and obscure the driver's vision. The bonnet catch will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BONNET CATCH MAY FAIL
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may suffer surface corrosion that could cause the secondary bonnet latch to remain in the open position when the bonnet is closed. Under these circumstances if the bonnet has not been properly and fully closed in the lock position the bonnet may open while driving and obscure the driver�s vision
    Remedy
    Replace bonnet catch on affected vehicles.

  13. Secondary hood latch may remain unlatched

    Reported June 1, 2016Model years 2006–2014NHTSA campaign 16V389000219,800 vehicles affected

    The secondary hood latch may bind and fail to engage. If the primary latch is released, the hood could open while driving and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace, or clean and lubricate, the latch free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
    Defect
    Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
    Consequence
    If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch or clean and lubricate the latch, depending on the vehicle's location and the condition of the latch. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC134.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  14. Front lower control arms may break from corrosion

    Reported June 1, 2016Model years 2006–2012NHTSA campaign 16V38700097,884 vehicles affected

    Salt water exposure can corrode and break the front lower control arms, potentially causing loss of vehicle control and a crash. Dealers will replace the arms on some vehicles or replace them or apply anti-corrosion coating on others, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
    Defect
    Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through August 14, 2012 and originally sold in, or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may break due to corrosion from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
    Consequence
    A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the front lower control arms on 2006-2007 models. 2008-2012 models will either have their front lower control arms replaced or additional anti-corrosion coating will be applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC133.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  15. Front suspension arms may corrode and fracture

    Reported March 31, 2014Model years 2005–2012DVSA recall R/2014/0129,964 vehicles affected

    Insufficient coating may let the front lower arms corrode and weaken until an arm could fracture. The arms will be checked and measured; cavity wax will be applied if the steel is thick enough, otherwise the arms will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT SUSPENSION ARM MAY FAIL
    Defect
    The front suspension lower suspension arms may corrode due to insufficient coating of the steel on the inner surfaces. Excessive corrosion could cause weakening of the arms (Thinning of metal). Gradual weakening of the lower suspension arms. Customers are unlikely to notice any symptoms but may notice juddering from suspension area. Ultimately the arm could fracture.
    Remedy
    The front suspension lower arms will be checked for corrosion and the thickness of the steel measured. If the thickness of the steel is sufficient the cavities will be filled with cavity wax to prevent corrosion. If the thickness of the steel is below the minimum the arms will be replaced.

  16. Front lower control arms may break from corrosion

    Reported November 5, 2013Model years 2006–2012NHTSA campaign 13V55000079,867 vehicles affected

    Corrosion from salty environments may break a front lower control arm, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the arms and rustproof or replace them, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
    Defect
    Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through August 14, 2012 originally sold in, or currently registered in Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Wisconsin, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may break due to corrosion resulting from prolonged exposure to salty environments.
    Consequence
    A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners and dealers will inspect the degree of corrosion of the front lower control arms, and will either rustproof or replace them, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC100.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  17. Brake light switch fault may affect brake lights

    Reported June 1, 2013Model years 2006–2010DVSA recall R/2013/055326,152 vehicles affected

    Carbonised contacts in the brake light switch may cause the brake lights to work intermittently and may affect ESC, cruise control, gear selection in automatic vehicles and the engine check lamp. The switch will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKE LIGHTS MAY MALFUNCTION
    Defect
    The vehicles brake lights may intermittently malfunction due to carbonisation of the contacts within the brake light switch. This can also affect other systems on the vehicle including: ESC cruise control gear selection (autoboxes) engine check lamp.
    Remedy
    Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the brake light switch.

  18. Brake light switch may malfunction

    Reported April 1, 2013Model years 2007–2011NHTSA campaign 13V114000980,377 vehicles affected

    A faulty switch may keep brake lights from illuminating, prevent cruise control from disengaging, affect push-button start or the shift interlock, or turn on the ESC warning light. The shifter may move out of Park without the brake applied, risking unintended movement. Dealers will replace the switch free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
    Defect
    Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, model year 2010-2011 Soul, and model year 2011 Optima vehicles. In September 2013, Kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
    Consequence
    Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  19. Brake lights may not operate

    Reported November 9, 2009Model years 2006DVSA recall R/2009/0927,264 vehicles affected

    A faulty switch may prevent the brake lights from operating when the brake pedal is pressed. The brake light switch will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKE LIGHT MAY NOT OPERATE
    Defect
    It has been identified that due to a faulty switch the brake lights may not operate when the brake pedal is depressed
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the brake light switch replaced.

  20. Stop lamp switch may malfunction

    Reported April 17, 2009Model years 2006–2007NHTSA campaign 09V130000139,844 vehicles affected

    A faulty stop lamp switch may prevent brake lights from working or leave them on, affect shifting out of Park, illuminate the stability control warning light, or prevent cruise control from disengaging when braking. These faults may lead to a crash. Dealers will replace the switch free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
    Defect
    HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A STOP LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK FEATURE SO THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE SHIFTED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION. IT MAY ALSO CAUSE THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) MALFUNCTION LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE, AND IT MAY NOT DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.
    Consequence
    ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS, ALONE OR IN COMBINATION, MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    HYUNDAI-KIA RECALL NO. SC077.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

  21. Brake light wiring may chafe and short

    Reported September 11, 2006Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 06V3490004,753 vehicles affected

    The stop lamp switch wiring harness may contact the steering column U-joint and chafe. A short could cause loss of brake lights, engine stalling or failure to start. Dealers will inspect and repair chafing if needed, then secure the harness.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDALS, THE STOP LAMP SWITCH WIRING HARNESS MAY BE OUT OF POSITION. AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED STOP LAMP SWITCH WIRING HARNESS COULD MAKE CONTACT WITH THE U-JOINT ASSEMBLY OF THE STEERING COLUMN. REPEATED CONTACT MAY EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE WIRING HARNESS INSULATION TO CHAFE.
    Consequence
    CHAFED INSULATION COULD CAUSE A SHORT OF THE WIRING HARNESS RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF BRAKE LIGHTS, ENGINE STALLING, OR AN INABILITY TO START THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIRING HARNESS FOR CHAFING AND, REPAIR IF NECESSARY. IN ADDITION, THE DEALER WILL SECURE THE WIRING HARNESS TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH THE U-JOINT ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    KIA RECALL NO. SC065.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  22. Rear brake hose may be damaged

    Reported July 19, 2006Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 06V26500013,060 vehicles affected

    A rear brake hose out of position may rub against suspension parts and become damaged, causing brake fluid loss and reduced braking function, which could lead to a crash or injury. Dealers will inspect and adjust or replace the hoses free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSES MAY BE OUT OF POSITION. AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSE MAY CONTACT REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS AND OVER TIME BREACH THE INTEGRITY OF THE HOSE.
    Consequence
    THIS WOULD RESULT IN THE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, WHICH COULD CAUSE DECREASED BRAKE FUNCTION, LEADING TO CRASH AND PERSONAL INJURIES.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POSITIONING OF THE REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSES AND ADJUST OR REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    KIA RECALL NO. SC061.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  23. Seat adjuster wiring may overheat

    Reported March 6, 2006DVSA recall R/2006/0012,347 vehicles affected

    Wiring to the driver's electric seat adjuster may chafe on the seat base, causing a short circuit that can overheat the wiring and fuse box and create a fire risk. The wiring route will be checked and sharp edges insulated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
    Defect
    The wiring to the driver's electric seat adjuster may chafe on the sharp edge of the seat base which may result in an electrical short circuit. This can cause the wiring and fuse-box to overheat and a risk of fire.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the routing of the wiring checked and any sharp edges will be insulated.

  24. Seat wiring may short and cause a fire

    Reported October 5, 2005Model years 2002–2004NHTSA campaign 05V46300074,276 vehicles affected

    Misrouted wiring under the front power seats may contact metal parts and short, potentially causing a fire near the junction box. Dealers will inspect and reroute the wires if needed and install protective edging.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEATS
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER SEATS, THE WIRING UNDER THE FRONT SEATS COULD BE MISROUTED, ALLOWING CONTACT WITH METAL SEAT COMPONENTS.
    Consequence
    THIS CONTACT COULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT MAY RESULT IN A FIRE IN THE JUNCTION BOX AREA OF THE VEHICLE.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RE-ROUTE THE WIRES UNDER THE POWER SEATS, IF NECESSARY, AS WELL AS INSTALL PROTECTIVE SEAMING WELTS AROUND THOSE WIRES TO BETTER INSULATE THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    KIA RECALL NO. SC054.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236; (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  25. Rear wheel bearing may fail

    Reported September 14, 2005Model years 2003–2004DVSA recall R/2005/0735,375 vehicles affected

    Poor sealing at the rear wheel bearing cap may allow moisture to build up and cause bearing failure. Modified caps will be fitted, and faulty bearings will also be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF REAR BEARING FAILURE
    Defect
    Poor rear wheel bearing cap sealing arrangement can lead to moisture accumulating in the rear wheel bearing and possible failure.
    Remedy
    Recall the likely to be affected vehicles and fit modified caps. Any faulty bearings will also be replaced.

  26. Incorrect oil pump strainer may cause engine seizure

    Reported September 14, 2005Model years 2004DVSA recall R/2005/072446 vehicles affected

    An incorrect engine oil pump strainer may affect the oil supply and cause the engine to seize. The strainer will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE SIEZURE
    Defect
    An incorrect engine oil pump strainer may have been fitted during production. This can result in the oil supply to the engine being affected and an engine seizure.
    Remedy
    Affected vehicles will have the engine oil pump strainer replaced.

  27. Throttle cable may stick in freezing conditions

    Reported July 20, 2005Model years 2003–2005NHTSA campaign 05V329000118,447 vehicles affected

    Water on the throttle cable may freeze and make it stick when the driver releases the accelerator, causing the engine to maintain speed or accelerate and potentially cause a crash. Dealers will modify the cable's protective sleeve.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, FREEZING CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE WATER ON THE THROTTLE CABLE TO FREEZE DURING NORMAL OPERATION. RESISTANCE TO MOVEMENT OF THE THROTTLE CABLE CAN OCCUR WHEN THE DRIVER LIFTS THEIR FOOT OFF OF THE GAS PEDAL.
    Consequence
    THIS CAN CAUSE THE CABLE TO STICK, THUS PREVENTING THE ENGINE FROM RETURNING TO IDLE AND CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO MAINTAIN SPEED OR ACCELERATE. SUCH AN EVENT CAN OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL MODIFY A PROTECTIVE SLEEVE AROUND THE THROTTLE CABLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    KIA RECALL NO. SC-051.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236; (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  28. Rear wheel bearing may fail

    Reported May 19, 2005Model years 2003–2005NHTSA campaign 05V23200037,358 vehicles affected

    Moisture may collect around the rear hub caps and damage an outer wheel bearing. The bearing could fail without warning and cause a crash. Dealers will replace the hub caps free of charge; inspection may show that rear outer bearings or the hub assembly also need replacement.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    WHEELS
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH ALLOY WHEELS, MOISTURE CAN ACCUMULATE AROUND THE REAR HUB CAPS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE OUTER WHEEL BEARING.
    Consequence
    WHEEL BEARING FAILURE MAY OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR HUB CAPS FREE OF CHARGE. UPON INSPECTION, SOME VEHICLES WILL ALSO REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE REAR OUTER BEARINGS AND/OR HUB ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    KIA RECALL NO. SC-049. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  29. Throttle cable may hang up

    Reported January 19, 2005Model years 2002–2003NHTSA campaign 05V01300089,238 vehicles affected

    The throttle cable may twist out of position and hang up, which could lead to a crash. Dealers will replace the cable free of charge. Some vehicles will also receive a guide clip to keep the cable in position.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, DURING ASSEMBLY, THE THROTTLE CABLE WOULD TWIST ITSELF OUT OF POSITION.
    Consequence
    THIS CAN PERMIT THE CABLE TO BE HUNG UP, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE OF CHARGE. VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM MARCH 20, 2001 THROUGH NOVEMBER 7, 2001 WILL HAVE A GUIDE CLIP INSTALLED ON THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT THE TENSION FORCE CABLE DOES NOT MOVE OUT OF POSITION. VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BEGINNING ON NOVEMBER 8, 2001, ALREADY HAVE THE EXTENDED GUIDE, WHICH ACCOMPLISHES THE SAME OBJECTIVE. THE RECALL BEGAN MARCH 21, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    RECALL NO.SC042.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  30. ABS programming error may reduce braking force

    Reported November 10, 2003Model years 2002–2003DVSA recall R/2003/1627,914 vehicles affected

    A programming error may reduce braking force at speeds below 40 kmh. The ABS ECM and RDM data will be reprogrammed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REPROGRAMMING OF ABS ECM
    Defect
    An ABS programming error could cause reduced braking force at speeds under 40 kmh
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and reprogramme ABSECM and RDM data

  31. ABS programming may reduce braking force

    Reported April 25, 2003Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 03V1580003,375 vehicles affected

    A programming error may reduce braking force at speeds below 25 MPH, increasing stopping distances and potentially causing a crash. Dealers will reprogram the control module.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THERE WAS A PROGRAMMING ERROR IN THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE LOGIC. THE PROGRAMMING ERROR COULD CAUSE REDUCED BRAKING FORCE AT SPEEDS BELOW 25 MPH, WHICH COULD RESULT IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES.
    Consequence
    SUCH INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE CONTROL MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 19, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    KIA RECALL NO. SC032. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  32. Seat strikers may break in a crash

    Reported April 3, 2003Model years 2002NHTSA campaign 03V1350004,276 vehicles affected

    Some second- and third-row seat strikers may break in a crash, potentially injuring occupants. Dealers will replace the seat strikers.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME OF THE SECOND AND THIRD ROW SEAT STRIKERS INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE FLOOR PAN HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD BREAK IN A CRASH.
    Consequence
    THIS COULD RESULT IN INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS OF THESE SEATS.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT STRIKERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 25, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542
    Notes
    KIA RECALL NO. SC030.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

  33. Seat belt buckle anchor bolts may not meet standards

    Reported January 22, 2003Model years 2002NHTSA campaign 03V01700021,248 vehicles affected

    The second- and third-row seat belt buckle anchor bolts do not meet the safety standard. In a crash, an occupant may not be properly restrained. Dealers will replace the bolts. The remedy is free.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
    Defect
    CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE SECOND AND THIRD SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARDS.
    Consequence
    IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 24, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    Notes
    KIA'S RECALL NUMBER IS SC023.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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