Recall 22V800000: 2008–2009 Kia Sportage

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Park outside: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners to park these vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed.

Report date
Oct 24, 2022
Vehicles affected
71,704
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2008-2009 Sportage vehicles previously recalled under recall 16V-815. An engine compartment fire originating from around the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may occur while parked or driving.

The risk

A fire increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and other vehicles until the recall repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and replace the HECU, its wiring harness, and its fuses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC253.

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.

Affected vehicles

  • 2008 Kia Sportage
  • 2009 Kia Sportage

Details

NHTSA campaign
22V800000
Manufacturer campaign
SC253
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Owner letters
Dec 22, 2022
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology