Kia recalls over 200,000 vehicles because ABS Module May Short Circuit
Washington, D.C. – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 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.
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.
2010 Kia Sedona is one of the models being recalled.
Recall Information
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V088000
Components: Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electrical System
Potential Number of Units Affected: 228,829
| Make | Model | Year |
| Kia | Sedona | 2006-2010 |
| Kia | Sorento | 2007-2009 |
Summary
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.
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 is expected to begin April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1.800.333.4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC186.
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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
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