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Kia Sorento Recall 15V089: Accelerator Pedal May Fail to Speed Up Vehicle

NHTSA campaign 15V089, reported February 13, 2015, 12,361 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

An accelerator pedal assembly component may have been improperly soldered, which can prevent the driver from accelerating the vehicle. If the vehicle cannot be accelerated, the risk of a crash increases.

The repair is free. Authorized dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly at no cost to you. Kia will also notify affected owners. If you have questions, contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 and reference recall number SC115. You can also check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V089Kia Motors America
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Problem
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015. Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the vehicle.
Risk
If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC115.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Kia Sorento2016