Kia Sorento: The Electrical Connector To The Ptc Heater Can Overheat
Kia is recalling 15,665 Sorento vehicles because the electrical connector to the PTC heater can overheat, caused by a damaged connector terminal. The recall affects Sorento diesel models distributed in the United Kingdom. Kia will inspect the PTC connector, replace it if damaged along with relevant wiring, and upgrade the heater's operating logic.
- Recalling firm
- KIA
- Product
- Vehicles: KIA SORENTO. Units affected: 15,665
- Reason
- The PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater in some Sorento diesel models can overheat due to damaged connector terminal. Remedy: Inspect and if the PTC connector is found damaged replace the PTC and relevant wiring connector. Upgrade the operating logic of the PTC
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2022-05-03
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/a6cce2a4-79f2-45a7-a377-497b38324de2