2014–2015 Kia Sle Sportage
- Affected
- 12,050
- Category
- Cars
- Campaign
- 220S39
- Supplier
- KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
The defect
Due to a manufacturing defect, the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), may short circuit in the event of the components being exposed to moisture. This could result in an engine compartment fire even when the vehicle is switched off.Note: The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System.
The hazard
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants or bystanders and/or damage to property.
The remedy
Owners should contact their nearest Kia Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle, free of charge.A dealer can be located by visiting https://www.kia.com/au/shopping-tools/find-a-dealer.htmlUntil it has been repaired, Kia recommends that the vehicle should not be parked near any flammable structures or in an enclosed area, i.e. not in a garage.For further information, consumers should contact Kia Motors Australia on 13 15 42.
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 12,050 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD on 131 542 to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
- Contact:
- Kia Customer Service
- Phone:
- 131 542
- Email:
- customer_service@kia.com.au
- Website:
- www.kia.com.au
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.