The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V725000·Announced 2021-09-17

Kia Recalls 2015-2017 Sedona for Turn Signal Software Defect

Kia is recalling 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles because a software defect may cause turn signals to activate in the opposite direction, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a functional defect that increases the risk of a crash, but the source text does not report any injuries, fatalities, or specific agency classification that would elevate the score to Severe or Critical.

Plain-English summary

Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic, which may not properly interpret signals from the multifunction switch. This issue can cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of the driver's intent.

The defect increases the risk of a crash because other road users may be misled by the incorrect turn signal indication. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Dealers will update the SJB software free of charge to correct the issue. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
KIA SEDONA
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
88,576

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SEDONA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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