Kia Sorento: The Ptc (positive Temperature Coefficient) Heater In Some Sorento (xm) Models Can Overheat Due To Potential Damage Of The Connector Terminal. This Can Lead To A Malfunction Of The Ptc Hea
Kia Sorento Recall Summary Kia is recalling 6,377 Sorento (XM) diesel models because the PTC heater connector terminal can become damaged and cause the heater to overheat, potentially leading to a fire. The fix involves replacing the PTC relay, repositioning the wiring, and replacing the PTC core and connector if thermal damage is found.
- Recalling firm
- KIA
- Product
- Vehicles: KIA SORENTO. Units affected: 6,377
- Reason
- The PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater in some Sorento (XM) diesel models can overheat due to potential damage of the connector terminal. This can lead to a malfunction of the PTC heater and a risk of fire. Remedy: Replace the PTC relay and move the wiring fixing point. In cases of local thermal damage of PTC replace the PTC core and connector.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2023-02-06
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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