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22V-232

Apr 8

Mercedes-Benz

Rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error

Back-over prevention

126,443

Software update

22V-231

Apr 8

Mercedes-Benz

Ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable…

Electrical system

21,306

Repair or modification

22V-228

Apr 7

Hyundai

Following hydrogen refueling, the inlet receptacle filter could detach and cause a hydrogen fuel leak

Fuel system

Part replacement

22V-226

Apr 6

Volkswagen

Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle

Structure

6,553

Part replacement

22V-225

Apr 6

Volkswagen

Gearbox may have an insufficient amount of transmission oil, which can lead to clutch slippage, and in certain driving situations, a transmission…

Powertrain

Inspection

22V-224

Apr 6

Volkswagen

Child seat anchorage fitting sleeves are incorrectly marked with a different symbol than the one described in the owner's manual

Child seats

466

Part replacement

22E-031

Apr 6

Volkswagen

Due to incorrect installation instructions, the accessory rear hatch spoiler may be insufficiently attached to the vehicle

Structure

275

Part replacement

22V-219

Apr 5

Jaguar Land Rover

Driver's seat belt emergency locking retractor may not lock as intended

Seat belts

14,812

Part replacement

22V-218

Apr 1

Hyundai

In the event of a crash, the front driver and passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment

Seat belts

6,240

Part replacement

22V-215

Apr 1

Mercedes-Benz

Trim parts on both front seats may detach during rear air bag deployment, which can damage the air bag cushion or cause the air bag to deploy…

Airbags

Part replacement

Campaign 22V-703Park outside

Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire

Manufacturer: Kia
Filed: September 19, 2022
Component: Trailer hitches
Vehicles affected: 70,887
Remedy: Part replacement
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect summary

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

Consequence

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.

Affected models

KIA Sorento 2016 to 2022 KIA Sorento Hybrid 2021 to 2023 KIA Sorento PHEV 2022 to 2023 KIA Sportage 2017 to 2022

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