KIA MQ4 Sorento (2020–2022)

Published 2023-01-03

What the hazard is

If the EOP fails, Hydraulic pressure will be lost and the vehicle may lose drive thereby increasing the risk of an accident resulting in serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

What to do

Owners should immediately contact their preferred Kia dealer to schedule an appointment, to have the Transmission software updated.

Defect

Due to variations in production, a crack may develop in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) of the Transmission Electric Oil Pump (EOP) which may lead to failure of the EOP.

Read the official notice on vehiclerecalls.gov.au

A repair under a recall is free to the owner.