NHTSA recall 20V-518: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Kia Motors America · Reported August 27, 2020 · 2 affected model years

Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall

Park outside20V-518
August 27, 2020 · Kia Motors America
Problem
Kia Motors America (Kia) recalled certain 2019 Stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L T-GDI engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is located.
Safety risk
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number20V518000
ManufacturerKia Motors America
Report dateAugust 27, 2020
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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