REC-005597

active

2014–2015 KIA SLe Sportage

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Recall date: 19 January 2023

Defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), may short circuit in the event of the components being exposed to moisture. This could result in an engine compartment fire even when the vehicle is switched off. Note: The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System.

Hazard

A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants or bystanders and/or damage to property.

Remedy

Owners should contact their nearest Kia Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle, free of charge. A dealer can be located by visiting https://www.kia.com/au/shopping-tools/find-a-dealer.html Until it has been repaired, Kia recommends that the vehicle should not be parked near any flammable structures or in an enclosed area, i.e. not in a garage. For further information, consumers should contact Kia Motors Australia on 13 15 42.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au