Report Receipt Date: FEB 13, 2015
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V089000
Component(s): VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Number of Units Affected: 12,361
All Products Associated with this Recall
Vehicle Make Model Model Year(s)
KIA SORENTO 2016
Details
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
SUMMARY:
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015. Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the vehicle.
CONSEQUENCE:
If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC115.
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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