The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·24V422000·Announced 2024-06-07

2024 KIA Sportage Power Steering System Circuit Board Failure

Kia is recalling certain 2024 Sportage vehicles because the motor-driven power steering circuit board may short circuit, causing loss of steering assist and increased crash risk. Owners should contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542 for a free replacement.

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: This is a structural vehicle defect involving power steering failure with no reported injuries or crashes. Per the rubric, when the hazard is theoretical with no reported illnesses or injuries, the score is at most 3.

Plain-English summary

Kia America, Inc. is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

The recall affects 1,075 vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024. Owners should contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 (Kia recall number SC319) to schedule a free replacement of the motor-driven power steering electric power pack at any authorized Kia dealer.

The recalled product

Product
KIA SPORTAGE
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
1,075

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)

  • SPORTAGE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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