Kia Sportage: Steering — electric power assist system

Affects Kia Sportage · 2024 — about 1K vehicles.

The hazard

A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC319.

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