Kia Sorento: Power train — automatic transmission

Affects Kia Sorento · 2011–2013 — about 377K vehicles.

The hazard

Without requiring the brake to be pressed, the vehicle may be unintentionally shifted out of Park, allowing it to roll, which may result in a crash.

What to do

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake-shift interlock mechanism, free of charge. The recall began on November 9, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC124.

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