recall information
Recall number
REC-005597
Campaign number
220S39
Original published date
make and model information
Make
KIA
Model
SLe Sportage
Year range
2014 - 2015
Affected units
12,050
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), may short circuit in the event of the components being exposed to moisture. This could result in an engine compartment fire even when the vehicle is switched off.
Note: The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System.
Note: The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants or bystanders and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners should contact their nearest Kia Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle, free of charge.
A dealer can be located by visiting https://www.kia.com/au/shopping-tools/find-a-dealer.html
Until it has been repaired, Kia recommends that the vehicle should not be parked near any flammable structures or in an enclosed area, i.e. not in a garage.
For further information, consumers should contact Kia Motors Australia on 13 15 42.
A dealer can be located by visiting https://www.kia.com/au/shopping-tools/find-a-dealer.html
Until it has been repaired, Kia recommends that the vehicle should not be parked near any flammable structures or in an enclosed area, i.e. not in a garage.
For further information, consumers should contact Kia Motors Australia on 13 15 42.
Supplier details
KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Kia Customer Service
Contact phone
131 542
Contact email
customer_service@kia.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
