Kia is recalling certain model-year 2016-2018 K900 and model-year 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles due to a fire risk. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, potentially resulting in an engine compartment fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236 to learn more.
To resolve the issue, dealers will install a new fuse for the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit circuit board. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to repair any recalled issues or replace the defective part for free under the Highway Safety Act of 1970. If the dealership refuses to fix the problem or attempts to charge you for the repair, contact the manufacturer immediately.
Lemon Law Group Partners can assist car owners if they encounter any problems during the recall process with the manufacturer. Our attorneys deal directly with the manufacturer on the client’s behalf to quickly resolve the problem. In many cases, the attorneys get paid directly from the manufacturer so the client does not have to pay any attorneys’ fees to obtain legal counsel. For more information and a free consultation call 888-668-8581.
