2012-2014 Kia Forte and Kia Forte Koup recall: pedals and linkages
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on December 1, 2017. It covers about 134,366 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 134,366
- reported
- Dec 1, 2017
- owners notified
- Jan 30, 2018
- related complaints
- 117
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
- What is wrong
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
- Risk
- If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
Recall number 17V773000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 117 complaints about brakes problems.
2012 Kia Forte2013 Kia Forte2014 Kia Forte2012 Kia Forte Koup2013 Kia Forte Koup2014 Kia Forte Koup
Questions about recall 17V773000
Is there a recall on the 2012-2014 Kia Forte and Kia Forte Koup pedals and linkages?
Yes. Recall 17V773000, reported on December 1, 2017, covers about 134,366 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V773000?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
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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