2016 Kia Sorento recall: accelerator pedal
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on February 13, 2015. It covers about 12,361 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 12,361
- reported
- Feb 13, 2015
- owners notified
- Feb 20, 2015
- related complaints
- 62
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015. Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC115.
Recall number 15V089000
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sorento 2016 2016
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 62 complaints about acceleration problems.
Questions about recall 15V089000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Kia Sorento accelerator pedal?
Yes. Recall 15V089000, reported on February 13, 2015, covers about 12,361 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 15V089000?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC115.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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