KIA QL Sportage, UM Sorento (2014–2021)

Published 2022-06-02

What the hazard is

A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants or other road users.

What to do

Owners can contact their local Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have the HVAC control unit software updated and the Heater Core Element and connector inspected and replaced if damaged.

Defect

Due to a software issue, the Heater Core Element may operate at a higher than intended temperature causing damage to the connector. If this occurs it may result in a vehicle fire.

Read the official notice on vehiclerecalls.gov.au

Data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au. autozoo is an independent service. A repair under a recall is free to the owner.