Kia Sorento, Sportage +2 more: Trailer hitches

Affects Kia Sorento, Sportage, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Phev · 2016–2023 — about 71K vehicles.

The hazard

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

What to do

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.

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