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2013-2015 Kia Optima and Kia Sorento recall: control unit/module

Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on August 27, 2020. It covers about 440,370 vehicles.

vehicles affected
440,370
reported
Aug 27, 2020
owners notified
Oct 20, 2020
related complaints
368

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

What is wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
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 HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.

Recall number 20V519000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 368 complaints about brakes problems.

2013 Kia Optima2014 Kia Optima2015 Kia Optima2014 Kia Sorento2015 Kia Sorento

Questions about recall 20V519000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2015 Kia Optima and Kia Sorento control unit/module?

Yes. Recall 20V519000, reported on August 27, 2020, covers about 440,370 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V519000?

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.

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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