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July 8, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V399000
Alternator Terminal Nut May Loosen
If the alternator B+ terminal nut loosens, electrical arcing may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V399
Manufacturer Kia America, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 5,385
Summary
Kia Motors America (KIA) is recalling certain 2020 Sedona vehicles. The battery positive (B+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator B+ terminal nut, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC192.
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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