Mechanic Notes

2011 Kia Sorento Control Unit/Module recall 23V652000

Safety recall

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: Control Unit/Module · Campaign 23V652000 · Reported 25/09/2023

Symptoms / what can happen

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Cause

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.

NHTSA: park outside.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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