SC196 – Engine Compartment Fire – 2019 Kia Stinger

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with

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August 27, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V518000

ABS Unit may cause Fire

An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V518

Manufacturer  Kia America, Inc.

Components  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 9,443

Summary

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC196.

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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