Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines
— Recall Campaign #21V447000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines. The Rack-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) system lacks the ability to diagnose communication faults. If a communication fault occurs while driving around a curve with Lane Following Assist (LFA) engaged, the steering assist level may not adjust properly, causing a sudden increase in the steering effort required.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 846 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V447000
| Manufacturer: | Kia America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 14, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V447000 |
| Units affected: | 846 |
- Description:
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines. The Rack-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) system lacks the ability to diagnose communication faults. If a communication fault occurs while driving around a curve with Lane Following Assist (LFA) engaged, the steering assist level may not adjust properly, causing a sudden increase in the steering effort required.
- Consequeces:
- A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will update the R-MDPS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed June 24, 2021. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC213.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.