Kia Sorento: Water Or Oil May Enter The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit
Kia Sorento and Sedona Recall Summary Kia is recalling approximately 31,290 Sorento and Sedona vehicles because water or oil can enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over time, potentially causing an electrical short circuit. The manufacturer will install a relay that isolates this component when the ignition is off to prevent the issue. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- KIA
- Product
- Vehicles: KIA SORENTO, KIA SEDONA. Units affected: 31,290
- Reason
- Water or oil may enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over a long period of time causing an electrical short circuit. Remedy: Install a relay to isolate the HECU when the ignition is switched off.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2020-07-20
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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