Kia Sedona, Sportage +7 more: Exterior lighting — switch

Affects Kia Sedona, Sportage, Optima, Soul, Sorento, Rondo, Forte, Borrego, Amanti · 2007–2011 — about 980K vehicles.

The hazard

Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational