| Vehicle |
2013 KIA OPTIMA |
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| Manufacturer |
Kia Motors America |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
8/28/2020 |
| Influenced by |
OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION |
| Owners Notified on |
10/20/2020 |
| # Affected |
440,370 |
| Recalled for |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for AIR BAGS, AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for ENGINE
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP, CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP, CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP, CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, ROOF AND PILLARS
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, ROOF AND PILLARS
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, ROOF AND PILLARS
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, ROOF AND PILLARS
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