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VehicleAug 27, 2020440,370 affected

Kia recall: Service brakes, hydraulic

Park outside. NHTSA and the maker advise parking these vehicles outside and away from buildings until they are repaired.

What is wrong

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.

What could happen

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

The fix

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
20V519000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Kia Motors America
Reported to NHTSA
Aug 27, 2020
Owners notified
Oct 20, 2020
Vehicles or items affected
440,370
Started by
NHTSA investigation
Built
–
Part
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Maker's own recall number
SC197

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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