CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Problem
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), the module that controls the antilock and traction control braking system. The leak can cause an electrical short inside the unit.
If the HECU short-circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire. Until the repair is done, owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures.
Kia will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the unit if necessary, free of charge. Owners can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 (Kia recall SC197), and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Optima | 201320142015 |
|---|---|
| Kia Sorento | 20142015 |