| NHTSA Recall # | 129614 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 18V754000 |
| MFG Compaign # | SC170 |
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Supplier | KIA |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | STINGER |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD |
| Date of notification | 20/12/18 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 20/07/17 |
| End date of manufacturing | 08/06/18 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 25/10/18 |
| Report created | 30/10/18 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 16011 |
| Defect summary | Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2018 kia stinger vehicles. The front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may get damaged from contacting a burr on the left fender body panel. |
| Consequence summary | The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall began december 20, 2018. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall sc170. |
| Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |