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SevereNHTSA·24V287000·Announced 2024-04-23

Kia Sorento power steering wiring harnesses may be incorrectly assembled

Kia is recalling certain 2024 Sorento vehicles because the motor driven power steering wiring harness may be incorrectly assembled, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: An assembly defect that can cause a loss of power steering assist is a structural vehicle defect affecting steering, which the rubric places at Severe.

Plain-English summary

Kia America, Inc. is recalling certain 2024 Sorento vehicles under NHTSA campaign number 24V287000. The potential number of units affected is 95.

The motor driven power steering wiring harness may be incorrectly assembled, which can result in a loss of power steering assist. According to NHTSA, a loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the MDPS wiring harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024.

Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.

The recalled product

Product
KIA SORENTO
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Passenger vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
95

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)

  • SORENTO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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