2008-2009 Kia Sportage recall: wiring

Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on November 10, 2016. It covers about 71,704 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 71,704
reported: Nov 10, 2016
owners notified: Dec 28, 2016
related complaints: 45

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Kia Sportage vehicles manufactured August 9, 2007, to May 13, 2009. The wire harness cover on the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may be improperly sealed allowing water to get onto the HECU circuit board. If the water is contaminated with salt, such as could occur from melted snow, the wire harness connector pins may corrode and the circuit board may short circuit.
Risk: If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector pins for corrosion, if no corrosion is found, the connector cover will be replaced. If corrosion is present, the dealer will replace the HECU assembly and the connector cover, free of charge. The recall began on November 28, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC138.

Recall number 16V815000

Affected vehicles

Kia Sportage 2008-2009 2008 2009

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 45 complaints about electrical problems.

2008 Kia Sportage 2009 Kia Sportage

Questions about recall 16V815000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Kia Sportage wiring?

Yes. Recall 16V815000, reported on November 10, 2016, covers about 71,704 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V815000?

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector pins for corrosion, if no corrosion is found, the connector cover will be replaced. If corrosion is present, the dealer will replace the HECU assembly and the connector cover, free of charge. The recall began on November 28, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC138.

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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