KIA STINGER 2021: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V518000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KIA | STINGER | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-11-30 | 2020-08-27 | 2020-08-28 |
Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC196
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 28200
Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report
Kia Motors America "Kia" recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit "HECU" is located.
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.
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.
