Kia Sportage: Electrical system — wiring

Affects Kia Sportage · 2008–2009 — about 72K vehicles.

The hazard

If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.

What to do

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector pins for corrosion, if no corrosion is found, the connector cover will be replaced. If corrosion is present, the dealer will replace the HECU assembly and the connector cover, free of charge. The recall began on November 28, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC138.

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