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2016-2017 Kia Sorento and Kia Sportage recall: trailer hitches

Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on November 30, 2016. It covers about 10,212 vehicles.

vehicles affected
10,212
reported
Nov 30, 2016
owners notified
Jan 19, 2017

Trailer hitches

What is wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC142.

Recall number 16V862000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V862000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2017 Kia Sorento and Kia Sportage trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 16V862000, reported on November 30, 2016, covers about 10,212 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V862000?

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC142.

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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