Kia Sportage: Exterior lighting — switch

Affects Kia Sportage · 2011 — about 8K vehicles.

The hazard

Whenever the brake switch is not working, the brake lights will not illuminate, reducing the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC121.

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