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  • 30 May 2022KIA PICANTORef R/2022/122

    SOME VEHICLES DO NOT HAVE AN AUDIBLE WARNING WHEN THE REAR FOG LAMP IS LEFT SWITCHED ON

    Defect

    The audible warning when the rear fog lamp is left switched on the ignition is switched off and the driver�s door opened on some vehicles does not function.

    Remedy

    Update the dash cluster software to include an audible warning function.

    Vehicles affected
    15,295
    OEM ref
    221041
    Build start
    01 Apr 2020
    Build end
    28 Feb 2022
  • 24 May 2022KIA SORENTORef R/2022/143

    A FUEL LEAK CAN DEVELOP ON THE DIESEL LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE

    Defect

    It has been found that a fuel leak can develop on the diesel low pressure fuel line which is mounted to the engine.

    Remedy

    Replace the low pressure fuel line module with improved parts.

    Vehicles affected
    326
    OEM ref
    221003
    Build start
    01 Mar 2020
    Build end
    30 Nov 2020
  • 20 May 2022KIA SORENTORef R/2022/147

    A FAULT HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THE FRONT L/H SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER

    Defect

    A fault has been identified in the manufacture of the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner.

    Remedy

    Replace the front L/H seatbelt pre-tensioner.

    Vehicles affected
    49
    OEM ref
    221042
    Build start
    01 Jul 2021
    Build end
    31 Aug 2021
  • 03 May 2022KIA SORENTORef R/2022/104

    THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TO THE PTC HEATER CAN OVERHEAT

    Defect

    The PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater in some Sorento diesel models can overheat due to damaged connector terminal.

    Remedy

    Inspect and if the PTC connector is found damaged replace the PTC and relevant wiring connector. Upgrade the operating logic of the PTC

    Vehicles affected
    15,665
    OEM ref
    221026
    Build start
    01 May 2014
    Build end
    28 Feb 2020
  • 11 Apr 2022KIA SOULRef R/2022/082

    DAMAGE CAN OCCUR IN THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT

    Defect

    Damage can occur within the vehicles Air Bag Control unit causing the warning light to be displayed and the Air Bag system deactivated.

    Remedy

    Inspect the vehicles if the Air Bag warning light is already illuminated replace the control unit. If it is not update the software in the unit.

    Vehicles affected
    3,803
    OEM ref
    221004
    Build start
    16 May 2016
    Build end
    18 Dec 2020
  • 11 Apr 2022KIA SOULRef R/2022/083

    IN THE EVENT OF A FRONTAL COLLISION THE FRONT IMPACT SENSORS COULD BECOME DISCONNECTED AND THE AIR BAGS MAY NOT ACTIVATE AS EXPECTED

    Defect

    In the event of a frontal collision the front impact sensors could become disconnected and the air bags may not activate as expected.

    Remedy

    Update the software in the Air Bag Control (ACU) the improved collision algorithm will ensure that airbags deploy properly in the event of a collision.

    Vehicles affected
    2,801
    OEM ref
    221040
    Build start
    01 Jul 2013
    Build end
    30 Jun 2014
  • 25 May 2021KIA SPORTAGE QLeRef R/2021/122

    THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT WITHIN THE HECU MAY EXPERIENCE A SHORT CIRCUIT CONDITION

    Defect

    The electrical circuit within the HECU may experience a short circuit condition that results in excessive current.

    Remedy

    Install new fuses on affected vehicles and software update for cars equipped with Electronic Parking Brake (EPB).

    Vehicles affected
    141,772
    OEM ref
    210S21
    Build start
    28 Oct 2015
    Build end
    15 Oct 2020
  • 17 May 2021KIA STINGERRef R/2021/155

    THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT WITHIN THE HECU MAY EXPERIENCE A SHORT CIRCUIT CONDITION

    Defect

    The electrical circuit within the HECU may experience a short circuit condition that results in excessive current.

    Remedy

    Replace the multi fuse assembly with a lower amperage version & replace the junction box cover.

    Vehicles affected
    283
    OEM ref
    201121
    Build start
    08 Aug 2018
    Build end
    05 Mar 2019
  • 03 Feb 2021KIA CEE'D CDRef R/2020/357

    VEHICLES MAY HAVE BRAKE FLUID CONTAMINATION CAUSED BY TOPPING UP WITH AN INCORRECT FLUID

    Defect

    On affected vehicles there may be some contamination of the brake fluid due to topping up with an incorrect fluid.

    Remedy

    Replace the brake master cylinder and change the brake fluid on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    578
    OEM ref
    BFCLR1
    Build start
    19 Jun 2019
    Build end
    10 Mar 2020
  • 03 Feb 2021KIA SPORTAGE QLeRef R/2020/357

    VEHICLES MAY HAVE BRAKE FLUID CONTAMINATION CAUSED BY TOPPING UP WITH AN INCORRECT FLUID

    Defect

    On affected vehicles there may be some contamination of the brake fluid due to topping up with an incorrect fluid.

    Remedy

    Replace the brake master cylinder and change the brake fluid on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    578
    OEM ref
    BFCLR1
    Build start
    19 Jun 2019
    Build end
    10 Mar 2020
  • 01 Feb 2021KIA SORENTO MQ4 HEVRef R/2021/002

    IF THE ECALL SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED THE VIN NUMBER MAY NOT BE TRANSMITTED

    Defect

    If the eCall system is activated the VIN number may not be transmitted.

    Remedy

    Reset the eCall system so that the VIN number is transmitted accurately when appropriate.

    Vehicles affected
    965
    OEM ref
    201134
    Build start
    01 Sept 2020
    Build end
    14 Dec 2020
  • 11 Jan 2021KIA SOUL SK3 EVRef R/2020/374

    THE VEHICLE'S INTEGRATED ELECTRONIC BRAKE MOTOR CONTROL SOFTWARE LOGIC CAN AUTOMATICALLY DISABLE MOTOR OPERATION UPON DETECTION OF AN ABNORMAL SENSOR SIGNAL

    Defect

    The vehicle�s Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) motor control software logic can automatically disable motor operation upon detection of an abnormal sensor signal.

    Remedy

    Update the software controlling the IEB.

    Vehicles affected
    1,834
    OEM ref
    201128
    Build start
    20 Apr 2018
    Build end
    25 Nov 2020
  • 16 Nov 2020KIA STINGERRef R/2020/363

    THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF POWER DUE TO INSUFFICIENT FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE

    Defect

    On affected vehicle a blocked fuel pump nozzle may lead to a loss of power.

    Remedy

    Inspect the nozzle and replace if burs are detected.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    201097
    Build start
    13 May 2020
    Build end
    17 Jul 2020
  • 29 Sept 2020KIA SOUL EVRef R/2020/253

    VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY IF THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED WHEN SWITCHING OFF THE VEHICLE IN PARK.

    Defect

    Vehicle may roll away if the electronic park brake is not applied when switching off the vehicle in park

    Remedy

    Update the software controlling the EPB so that it applies automatically when the car is switched off in Park

    Vehicles affected
    309
    OEM ref
    201085
    Build start
    18 Mar 2014
    Build end
    24 Jun 2016
  • 20 Jul 2020KIA SEDONARef R/2020/187

    WATER OR OIL MAY ENTER THE HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT

    Defect

    Water or oil may enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over a long period of time causing an electrical short circuit.

    Remedy

    Install a relay to isolate the HECU when the ignition is switched off.

    Vehicles affected
    15,645
    OEM ref
    201021
    Build start
    10 Jun 2005
    Build end
    14 Dec 2009
  • 20 Jul 2020KIA SORENTORef R/2020/187

    WATER OR OIL MAY ENTER THE HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT

    Defect

    Water or oil may enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over a long period of time causing an electrical short circuit.

    Remedy

    Install a relay to isolate the HECU when the ignition is switched off.

    Vehicles affected
    15,645
    OEM ref
    201021
    Build start
    14 Dec 2005
    Build end
    17 Dec 2008
  • 13 Jan 2020KIA SORENTORef R/2019/455

    IN SOME SITUATIONS THE FRONT COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM MAY NOT RECOGNISE PEDESTRIANS

    Defect

    The Forward Collision Avoidance Assist system may have problems identifying pedestrians.

    Remedy

    Upgrade the software for the Multi-Function Camera system.

    Vehicles affected
    579
    OEM ref
    191139
    Build start
    23 Jan 2019
    Build end
    19 Nov 2019
  • 05 Aug 2019KIA OPTIMA SALOONRef R/2019/259

    THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE ASSIST MAY FAIL TO IDENTIFY STATIONARY VEHICLES

    Defect

    The Forward Collision Avoidance Assist system may have problems identifying stationary cars.

    Remedy

    Upgrade the software for the Multi-Function Camera system.

    Vehicles affected
    411
    OEM ref
    191064
    Build start
    28 Sept 2017
    Build end
    21 May 2019
  • 05 Aug 2019KIA SPORTSWAGONRef R/2019/259

    THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE ASSIST MAY FAIL TO IDENTIFY STATIONARY VEHICLES

    Defect

    The Forward Collision Avoidance Assist system may have problems identifying stationary cars.

    Remedy

    Upgrade the software for the Multi-Function Camera system.

    Vehicles affected
    411
    OEM ref
    191064
    Build start
    28 Sept 2017
    Build end
    21 May 2019
  • 28 May 2019KIA PLUG-IN HYBRIDRef R/2019/167

    A REDUCTION OF CONTACT PRESSURE ON THE MAIN RELAYS CAUSES HEAT BUILD UP IN THE MAIN POWER RELAY ASSEMBLY.

    Defect

    A reduction of contact pressure on the main relays causes heat build-up in the main Power Relay Assembly (PRA)

    Remedy

    Replace the main relays and inspect the PRA for heat damage. If PRA shows signs of heat damage replace the complete unit

    Vehicles affected
    5,021
    OEM ref
    181123
    Build start
    01 Nov 2016
    Build end
    19 Sept 2017
  • 28 May 2019KIA NIRO HYBRIDRef R/2019/167

    A REDUCTION OF CONTACT PRESSURE ON THE MAIN RELAYS CAUSES HEAT BUILD UP IN THE MAIN POWER RELAY ASSEMBLY.

    Defect

    A reduction of contact pressure on the main relays causes heat build-up in the main Power Relay Assembly (PRA)

    Remedy

    Replace the main relays and inspect the PRA for heat damage. If PRA shows signs of heat damage replace the complete unit

    Vehicles affected
    5,021
    OEM ref
    181123
    Build start
    01 Nov 2016
    Build end
    19 Sept 2017
  • 11 Sept 2018KIA PICANTORef R/2018/246

    FUEL FILLER NECK RUBBER HOSES MAY CRACK OVER TIME

    Defect

    Rubber hoses in the fuel filler neck may crack over time and could leak.

    Remedy

    Improved quality levelling and filler hoses will be installed replacing all of the potentially defective items.

    Vehicles affected
    8,998
    OEM ref
    181033
    Build start
    01 Feb 2011
    Build end
    30 Jun 2012
  • 14 Aug 2018KIA NIRO HYBRIDRef R/2018/207

    BURRS IN THE INNER HYDRAULIC CLUTCH ACTUATOR HOUSING CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE OIL SEAL

    Defect

    Burrs in the inner hydraulic clutch actuator housing can damage the oil seal causing oil to leak and accumulate in the phase cap. The HEV warning light will be displayed on the dashboard.An electrical short may occur which could result in a fire risk.

    Remedy

    Inspect and repair or replace actuator

    Vehicles affected
    5,012
    OEM ref
    181032
    Build start
    01 Nov 2016
    Build end
    11 Sept 2017
  • 14 Aug 2018KIA PLUG-IN HYBRIDRef R/2018/207

    BURRS IN THE INNER HYDRAULIC CLUTCH ACTUATOR HOUSING CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE OIL SEAL

    Defect

    Burrs in the inner hydraulic clutch actuator housing can damage the oil seal causing oil to leak and accumulate in the phase cap. The HEV warning light will be displayed on the dashboard.An electrical short may occur which could result in a fire risk.

    Remedy

    Inspect and repair or replace actuator

    Vehicles affected
    5,012
    OEM ref
    181032
    Build start
    01 Nov 2016
    Build end
    11 Sept 2017
  • 13 Jun 2018KIA OPTIMA PHEVRef R/2018/123

    HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY SYSTEM MAY MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER

    Defect

    Incorrect operation of the Voltage Protection Device (VPD) may lead to the high voltage battery system intermittently switching off the Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) motor whilst driving. If the fault occurs a warning light will be displayed on the dashboard and the vehicle could suffer a sudden loss of power.

    Remedy

    Replace the Battery Management System (BMS) main and sub units and wiring loom

    Vehicles affected
    398
    OEM ref
    181019
    Build start
    16 Oct 2015
    Build end
    11 Sept 2017

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