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). |