KIA SPORTAGE 2024: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V422000

Make Model Year
KIA SPORTAGE 2024
Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-06-07 2024-06-10

Production Dates: 2024-04-30 - 2024-05-23

Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC319

Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1075

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Kia America, Inc. "Kia" is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Consequence

A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 6, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC319.

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.nhtsa.gov.