2011 KIA Sportage
7 Recalls for 2011 KIA Sportage
Recall Date | Component | Summary |
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2015-06-09 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sportage vehicles manufactured March 7, 2011, to June 8, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may intermittently fail. Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC121. |
2013-04-01 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH | Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, model year 2010-2011 Soul, and model year 2011 Optima vehicles. In September 2013, Kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate. Remedy: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s recall campaign number is SC098. |
2019-02-15 | ENGINE | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Kia Sportage vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage. Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will replace the oil pressure switch with an improved one, free of charge. In addition, dealers will inspect the oil pan for any oil leaks, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC174. |
2018-12-19 | ENGINE | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak. Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC172. |
2017-03-31 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine. Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC147. |
2015-06-09 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sportage vehicles manufactured March 7, 2011, to June 8, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may intermittently fail. Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC121. |
2013-04-01 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT | Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, model year 2010-2011 Soul, and model year 2011 Optima vehicles. In September 2013, Kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate. Remedy: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s recall campaign number is SC098. |
1 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2011 KIA Sportage
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2012-10-18 | paint |
132 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2011 KIA Sportage
Date | Component | |||
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2021-05-03 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11414948 | |||
2021-04-21 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11413201 | |||
2021-04-08 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11407014 | |||
2021-03-17 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11403431 | |||
2016-09-30 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10910889 | |||
2017-07-19 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11006396 | |||
2017-06-25 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11001216 | |||
2017-06-05 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10993186 | |||
2017-05-19 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10990656 | |||
2017-04-23 |
ENGINE | POWER TRAIN | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10979979 | |||
2017-04-08 |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | ENGINE | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10971438 | |||
2017-02-24 |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | POWER TRAIN | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10956802 | |||
2017-02-20 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10955612 | |||
2017-02-13 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10954281 | |||
2017-01-28 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | SUSPENSION | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10948143 | |||
2021-02-10 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11395550 | |||
2021-01-27 |
SERVICE BRAKES | STEERING | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11390243 | |||
2017-01-12 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10944609 | |||
2016-12-21 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10936671 | |||
2016-12-28 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10937920 | |||
2016-12-30 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10938688 | |||
2016-12-13 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
ODI Number: 10935135 | |||
2020-10-17 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
ODI Number: 11364780 | |||
2020-09-10 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11354247 | |||
2020-06-21 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11329897 | |||
2020-05-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11326374 | |||
2020-05-12 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11324279 | |||
2020-02-04 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11307083 | |||
2019-12-10 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11288091 | |||
2019-11-13 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11279767 | |||
2019-11-11 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11279325 | |||
2019-08-22 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11245809 | |||
2019-08-22 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11245752 | |||
2019-08-26 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11246420 | |||
2019-08-19 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11245049 | |||
2019-08-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11251949 | |||
2019-08-07 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11242177 | |||
2019-07-29 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11240481 | |||
2019-08-01 |
ENGINE | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11241080 | |||
2019-10-04 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE
ODI Number: 11266108 | |||
2019-09-26 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11258359 | |||
2019-09-04 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11253135 | |||
2019-05-09 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11206554 | |||
2019-04-18 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11197257 | |||
2019-04-03 |
ENGINE | SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 11193689 | |||
2019-03-29 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11192519 | |||
2019-06-19 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 11221336 | |||
2019-06-11 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11219206 | |||
2019-05-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11210487 | |||
2019-02-06 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11174660 | |||
2019-01-14 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11169940 | |||
2019-01-02 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11164671 | |||
2018-10-09 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11139168 | |||
2018-09-16 |
ENGINE | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11129731 | |||
2018-08-29 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11123298 | |||
2018-06-03 |
ENGINE | POWER TRAIN | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11099457 | |||
2018-06-05 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11099905 | |||
2018-05-30 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11098876 | |||
2018-04-24 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11089924 | |||
2019-03-07 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11184946 | |||
2019-03-08 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11185080 | |||
2019-03-13 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11186623 | |||
2019-02-22 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11181966 | |||
2019-03-01 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11183320 | |||
2019-02-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11183191 | |||
2019-02-13 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11179806 | |||
2018-03-30 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11082148 | |||
2018-03-27 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11081436 | |||
2018-03-23 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11081052 | |||
2018-03-22 |
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 11080855 | |||
2018-03-07 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11076590 | |||
2018-12-06 |
ENGINE | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11156498 | |||
2018-10-27 |
ENGINE | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11143397 | |||
2018-08-11 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11119379 | |||
2018-07-11 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11110887 | |||
2018-01-10 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11061563 | |||
2018-01-07 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11061002 | |||
2017-12-19 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11055514 | |||
2017-12-11 |
ENGINE | SERVICE BRAKES | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11053884 | |||
2017-10-20 |
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 11035232 | |||
2017-10-13 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11033238 | |||
2017-09-25 |
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 11025428 | |||
2017-08-24 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11019458 | |||
2016-06-20 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10875228 | |||
2016-05-25 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10870795 | |||
2016-05-06 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10863692 | |||
2016-05-16 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10865248 | |||
2015-06-12 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10724917 | |||
2015-03-03 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | STRUCTURE:BODY | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10692461 | |||
2015-01-12 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10671854 | |||
2015-01-07 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10670621 | |||
2014-11-23 |
ENGINE | POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10660303 | |||
2014-11-19 |
ENGINE | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10659322 | |||
2014-10-01 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10640483 | |||
2014-10-01 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10640482 | |||
2014-09-05 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10631138 | |||
2014-07-18 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10614515 | |||
2014-06-23 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10605407 | |||
2014-06-05 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | POWER TRAIN | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10596320 | |||
2014-04-17 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ODI Number: 10583420 | |||
2014-03-21 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ODI Number: 10573927 | |||
2014-03-06 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10567543 | |||
2014-01-10 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10559293 | |||
2013-12-20 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10556779 | |||
2013-08-10 |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10534641 | |||
2013-08-10 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10534637 | |||
2013-07-23 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10531503 | |||
2013-07-23 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10526419 | |||
2013-06-10 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10515943 | |||
2013-06-18 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE
ODI Number: 10520414 | |||
2013-03-12 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 10502529 | |||
2013-01-08 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10491861 | |||
2012-06-16 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE
ODI Number: 10461945 | |||
2012-06-22 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
ODI Number: 10462694 | |||
2012-06-16 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10461944 | |||
2012-06-29 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10463565 | |||
2012-03-18 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10452122 | |||
2012-03-24 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10452841 | |||
2012-03-22 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10452687 | |||
2012-02-11 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
ODI Number: 10447534 | |||
2011-12-29 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10441703 | |||
2011-10-24 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10432597 | |||
2011-10-15 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10430329 | |||
2011-09-15 |
STEERING | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10425567 | |||
2011-08-18 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10420056 | |||
2011-08-24 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10421376 | |||
2011-08-03 |
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
ODI Number: 10416905 | |||
2011-08-04 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10417611 | |||
2011-08-01 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10417326 | |||
2011-04-30 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10398322 | |||
2011-04-13 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10395801 | |||
2020-05-12 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11324300 |
1 Investigations for 2011 KIA Sportage
Date Opened | Date Closed | Component | |
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2017-05-18 | ENGINE |
194 Service Alerts for 2011 KIA Sportage
Date | Description |
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2022-04-20 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PITSTOP: INJECTOR HARNESS ROUTING FOR PI1802Y/Z AND PI1803Y/Z ENGINE REPLACEMENTS – This bulletin provides information to address a no-start or hard start with poor running condition after engine replacement under PI1802Y/Z or PI1803Y/Z. So Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-11-04 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin are Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-11-04 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin are Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2022-03-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2022-01-06 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2022-01-06 | 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-12-21 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-12-21 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-12-21 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-12-23 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin are Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-11-04 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information regarding test procedure of the Bearing Clearance Tester (BCT) Special Service Tool (SST). The SST comes pre-calibrated from the supplier however, in some cases, due to variable shop compressor air pressur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-11-04 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information regarding test procedure of the Bearing Clearance Tester (BCT) Special Service Tool (SST). The SST comes pre-calibrated from the supplier however, in some cases, due to variable shop compressor air pressur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-11-04 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding test procedure of the Bearing Clearance Tester (BCT) Special Service Tool (SST). The SST comes pre-calibrated from the supplier however, in some cases, due to variable shop compressor air pressur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-11-04 | 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides information regarding test procedure of the Bearing Clearance Tester (BCT) Special Service Tool (SST). The SST comes pre-calibrated from the supplier however, in some cases, due to variable shop compressor air pressur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-01-27 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-11-04 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin are Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-10-05 | 010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-04-04 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-04-04 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-09-13 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-09-13 | 160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-09-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-07-23 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803_TSB_R6: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU – LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-07-23 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803_TSB_R6: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU – LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-07-23 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803_TSB_R6: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU – LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-07-23 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803_TSB_R6: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU – LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-04-20 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: THETA 2.4L MPI – KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS) ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI2103) – This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to install the Knock Sensor Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-04-21 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION – This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on 2011-2013 MY Kia Sportage vehicles equipped with 2.4-l Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-04-19 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER – This document is the Question and Answer guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Product Improvement Campaign (PI2103). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-04-19 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO – This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-04-19 | 061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO – This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to protect Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-03-25 | 010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-03-11 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-11-04 | 010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-11-04 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-11-04 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-04-04 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB – USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS – This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-11-25 | 010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-11-25 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-11-25 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021-01-27 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-11-12 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-07 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803W/X_R5: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Servi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-07 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803W/X_R5: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Servi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-07 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803W/X_R5: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Servi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-07 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803_TSB_R4: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU – LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides informatio Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-07 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1803_TSB_R4: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU – LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides informatio Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-08-25 | 034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
PITSTOP – BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION – This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-08-25 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
PITSTOP – BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION – This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-07-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN – ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z_Rev3) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-04-30 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: WIRING SIGNAL INTERFERENCE CHECK & ENGINE NOISE INSPECTION (SA379) – CLOSED – SUPERSEDED BY PI1802YZ/1803YZ. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-06-09 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-06-09 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-04-09 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: TSB – ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin pr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-04-02 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: TSB – ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – CLOSED – This bulletin has been superseded by PI1803Y/Z. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-01-21 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HALOGEN HEAD LAMP LOW BEAM BULB CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT – This bulletin provides information regarding the procedure to repair the bulb connector on some 2010MY~ vehicles listed on the table below, which may exhibi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-26 | 010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-26 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-26 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN – CANISTER INSPECTION AND AUXILIARY CANISTER INSTALLATION (SC184) – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect the evaporative system’s existing canister for noise caused Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN – CANISTER INSPECTION AND AUXILIARY CANISTER INSTALLATION (SC184) – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect the evaporative system’s existing canister for noise caused Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-19 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – COMPLETION STICKER – To be filled out and provided to the customers whose vehicles are registered in one of the S.177 States ( Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Mass Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-19 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – COMPLETION STICKER – To be filled out and provided to the customers whose vehicles are registered in one of the S.177 States ( Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Mass Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: TSB – ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803Y/Z) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: TSB – REV 5 -KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-19 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATOR CANISTER – PROOF OF COMPLETION CARD – To be filled out and provided to the customers whose vehicles are registered in one of the S.177 States ( Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-19 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATOR CANISTER – PROOF OF COMPLETION CARD – To be filled out and provided to the customers whose vehicles are registered in one of the S.177 States ( Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-19 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – OWNER LETTER – This notice is to announce a new Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect the evaporative canister and, if necessary, install an Auxiliary Canister K Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-19 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – OWNER LETTER – This notice is to announce a new Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect the evaporative canister and, if necessary, install an Auxiliary Canister K Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – QA – This document is a Question and Answer guide for the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect the evaporative canister and, if necessary, install an Auxiliary Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – QA – This document is a Question and Answer guide for the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect the evaporative canister and, if necessary, install an Auxiliary Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – DEALER SERVICE MANAGER NOTICE – This notice is to announce a new Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect the evaporative canister and, if necessary, install an Aux Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – DEALER SERVICE MANAGER NOTICE – This notice is to announce a new Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect the evaporative canister and, if necessary, install an Aux Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – DEALER PRINCIPAL NOTICE – Announces the new Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect the evaporative canister and, if necessary, install an Auxiliary Canister Kit t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2020-03-17 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SC184): EVAPORATIVE CANISTER – DEALER PRINCIPAL NOTICE – Announces the new Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to inspect the evaporative canister and, if necessary, install an Auxiliary Canister Kit t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-10-10 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803). This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Co Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-08 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PARTIAL REPAIR OF 4WD COUPLING – This bulletin provides the procedure information regarding the partial repair of the Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Coupling Assembly, Pressure Sensor, Actuator Motor or 4WD harness on s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-08 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PARTIAL REPAIR OF 4WD COUPLING – This bulletin provides the procedure information regarding the partial repair of the Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Coupling Assembly, Pressure Sensor, Actuator Motor or 4WD harness on s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-11-08 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – PARTIAL REPAIR OF 4WD COUPLING – This bulletin provides the procedure information regarding the partial repair of the Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Coupling Assembly, Pressure Sensor, Actuator Motor or 4WD harness on s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-10 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: WIRING SIGNAL INTERFERENCE CHECK & ENGINE NOISE INSPECTION (SA379) – This bulletin provides information related to an expanded diagnostic test that is now required on a number of vehicles previously diagnosed with Diagn Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-10 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: WIRING SIGNAL INTERFERENCE CHECK & ENGINE NOISE INSPECTION (SA379) – This bulletin provides information related to an expanded diagnostic test that is now required on a number of vehicles previously diagnosed with Diagn Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-05 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: WIRING SIGNAL INTERFERENCE CHECK & ENGINE NOISE INSPECTION (SA379) – This bulletin provides information related to an expanded diagnostic test that is now required on a number of vehicles previously diagnosed with Diagn Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-05 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: WIRING SIGNAL INTERFERENCE CHECK & ENGINE NOISE INSPECTION (SA379) – This bulletin provides information related to an expanded diagnostic test that is now required on a number of vehicles previously diagnosed with Diagn Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-10 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in November 2018 (PI1803, Rev 1, 01/02/2018) titled “Knock Sensor Detection S Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-10 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in November 2018 (PI1803, Rev 1, 01/02/2018) titled “Knock Sensor Detection S Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-03 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in November 2018 (PI1803, Rev 1, 01/02/2018) titled “Knock Sensor Detection S Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-03 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in November 2018 (PI1803, Rev 1, 01/02/2018) titled “Knock Sensor Detection S Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-30 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
TSB: THETA ENGINE SERVICE KIT – This bulletin provides the procedure to install the Theta Engine Service Kit on 21101 2GK05QQKR and 21101 2GK07QQKR engines for 2011-2013MY Optima (QF, TF) and Sportage (SL) vehicles. Due to process changes, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-30 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: THETA ENGINE SERVICE KIT – This bulletin provides the procedure to install the Theta Engine Service Kit on 21101 2GK05QQKR and 21101 2GK07QQKR engines for 2011-2013MY Optima (QF, TF) and Sportage (SL) vehicles. Due to process changes, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-05-16 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN – KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to install the Knock Sensor Detection System (K Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-05-16 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN – KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) – This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to install the Knock Sensor Detection System (K Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-03 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
OWNER LETTER: Dear Kia Sportage Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on 2011-2013 MY Sportage vehicles equipped with 2.0L Turbocharged GDI (“T-GDI”) engines to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-04-03 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
OWNER LETTER: Dear Kia Sportage Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on 2011-2013 MY Sportage vehicles equipped with 2.0L Turbocharged GDI (“T-GDI”) engines to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-02-11 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VEHICLE PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previousl Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-02-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VEHICLE PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X)- This bulletin has been revised to include additional information This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-01-18 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE INFORMATION & SPECIFICATIONS FOR GDI HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to all Kia vehicles equipped with Gasoline Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2019-01-25 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
RECENT KIA MEDIA REPORTS, January 25, 2019 Update – Dear Kia Retailer, At Kia, safety is a top priority and we wrote to you last August and again last October to provide you with updates regarding news reports about non-collision fires in K Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2018-11-09 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN – ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI1803W/X) – This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in November 2018 (PI1803) titled ?Knock Sensor Dete Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2018-10-31 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN (PI1803) – TSB – ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE UPDATE – This document is the Technical Service Bulletin for the new Product Improvement Campaign to provide information regarding a software update to the Eng Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2018-10-25 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN (PI1803) – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS – ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE UPDATE – This document is the Q & A for the new Product Improvement Campaign to provide information regarding a software update to the Engine Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2018-10-30 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN (PI1803) – OWNER LETTER – Dear Kia Sportage Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on 2011-2013 MY Sportage vehicles equipped with 2. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2018-10-25 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN (PI1803) – DEALER SERVICE MANAGER LETTER – Attention: All Kia Dealer Service Managers, Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to protect th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2018-10-25 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN (PI1803) – DEALER PRINCIPAL LETTER – Attention: All Kia Dealer Principals, Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to protect the engine fro Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-03-19 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: STOP LAMP SWITCH IDENTIFICATION MATRIX (SC098) – KMA HAS RECEIVED A NUMBER OF INCORRECT WARRANTY RETURN PARTS RELATED TO CAMPAIGN SC098 AND HAS DETERMINED THAT AT TIMES DEALER STAFF MAY HAVE DIFFICULTY IN QUICKLY AND EASILY IDENTIF Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-03-19 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PITSTOP: STOP LAMP SWITCH IDENTIFICATION MATRIX (SC098) – KMA HAS RECEIVED A NUMBER OF INCORRECT WARRANTY RETURN PARTS RELATED TO CAMPAIGN SC098 AND HAS DETERMINED THAT AT TIMES DEALER STAFF MAY HAVE DIFFICULTY IN QUICKLY AND EASILY IDENTIF Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2018-03-02 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PITSTOP – ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES – In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2018-02-16 | 106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
TSB – DRIVESHAFT SERVICEABILITY – This bulletin has been revised most recently to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for Kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic tr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-11-20 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB – IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-12-13 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TSB – SERVICE ACTION: TURBO OIL FEED LINE REPLACEMENT (SA300) – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the turbo oil feed line on some 2011-2015MY Optima (TF), produced from November 1, 2010 through August 30, 2011, 2012-2015MY Opt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-12-13 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB – SERVICE ACTION: TURBO OIL FEED LINE REPLACEMENT (SA300) – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the turbo oil feed line on some 2011-2015MY Optima (TF), produced from November 1, 2010 through August 30, 2011, 2012-2015MY Opt Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-09-05 | 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE – MIL ON WITH DTC P0300 AND/OR P0301, P0302, P0303 AND P0304 (SA151) – This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade for some 2011-2012MY Optima (TF), produced from July 16 ,2010 to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-09-05 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE – MIL ON WITH DTC P0300 AND/OR P0301, P0302, P0303 AND P0304 (SA151) – This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade for some 2011-2012MY Optima (TF), produced from July 16 ,2010 to Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-09-30 | 103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
TSB: COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION: SHIFT KNOB TRIM RING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (SA147) – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the shift knob trim ring on some Sportage (SL) vehicles, produced from May 6, 2010 to June 8, 2011 (2011M Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-09-30 | 103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
TSB: COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION: SHIFT KNOB TRIM RING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (SA147) – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the shift knob trim ring on some Sportage (SL) vehicles, produced from May 6, 2010 to June 8, 2011 (2011M Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-08-12 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – Identifying Head Unit Software Version For Direct Exchange (ELE091) (Rev 1) – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-08-12 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – Identifying Head Unit Software Version For Direct Exchange (ELE091) (Rev 1) – This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-07-10 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION BULLETIN 2016-05 – RETIRED FOR CERTAIN SPORAGE MODEL YEARS – SEE CUSTOMER SATISFACTION BULLETIN 2017-02. FOR OTHER SPORTAGE MODELS, SEE WTY BULLETIN 2017-09 (SC147). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-07-26 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
WARRANTY BULLETIN: 2017-09.R4 – SC147 Claims Processing Procedures – This Warranty Bulletin accompanies TSB SC147 Theta II Engine Inspection and/or Replacement and is provided to dealers for specific guidance with claim administration and p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-07-14 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PARTS BULLLETIN: 20201-0002 (Revision 3.1) – This bulletin provides information related to the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the engine assembly on certain 2011 to 2014 model year Optima, Sorento, and Sportage vehicles. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-09-01 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
WTY – SC147 Claims Processing Procedures – REVISED – Authorization of Claims Processing for SC147 – See this bulletin for specific handling procedures regarding SC147. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-06-27 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: TPMS SENSOR POSITION – When diagnosing TPMS-related DTCs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. The TPMS positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a KDS. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-09-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
PARTS BULLETIN – THETA II ENGINE SAFETY RECALL (SC147) – This bulletin provides information related to the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the engine assembly on certain 2011 to 2014 model year Optima, Sorento, and Sportage veh Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-04-15 | 162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL FOR HOOD RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL – This bulletin provides information related to the introduction of a new Special Service Tool (SST) (A) developed to prevent the hood release lever pivot point (B) from being damaged Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-04-15 | 176100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL FOR HOOD RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL – This bulletin provides information related to the introduction of a new Special Service Tool (SST) (A) developed to prevent the hood release lever pivot point (B) from being damaged Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-05-19 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
PIT STOP: GDI INJECTOR SPRAY TIP DEPOSITS – A design feature of vehicles equipped with a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. Therefore, it is complet Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-05-19 | 073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
PIT STOP: GDI INJECTOR SPRAY TIP DEPOSITS – A design feature of vehicles equipped with a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. Therefore, it is complet Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-05-22 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ? DTC P0741 – This bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of the Damper Clutch (D/C) Solenoid on 6-speed automatic transaxles with DTC P0741 (active or history), instead of replacing th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-12-05 | 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN SC141 ? UNDERBODY ? ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION TREATMENT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-12-05 | 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: SC141 – SERVICE CAMPAIGN – Attention: All Kia Service Managers – Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the u Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-12-05 | 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO: SC141 – SERVICE CAMPAIGN – Attention: All Kia Dealer Principals – Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-12-06 | 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
TSB: SC141 – SERVICE CAMPAIGN – APPLICATION OF ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL – To improve customer satisfaction, Kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-09-29 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: PROPER OIL GRADE / VISCOSITY SELECTION FOR TURBO EQUIPPED VEHICLES – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE PROPER ENGINE OIL GRADE / VISCOSITY TO BE USED WHEN SERVICING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A TURBOCHARGER. IN ADDITION TO Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-01-25 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: AXLE SHAFT SERVICEABILITY BY MODEL – THIS BULLETIN HAS BEEN REVISED. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING AXLE SHAFT SERVICEABILITY FOR KIA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. REFER TO THE TABLE BELOW FOR Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2012-11-15 | 220000 SEATS
PITSTOP: VENTILATED SEAT OPERATION – SOME VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH VENTILATED FRONT SEATS TO IMPROVE OCCUPANT COMFORT BY DRAWING INTERIOR VEHICLE AIR TEMPERATURE THROUGH THE SEATING SURFACES. THE CUSTOMER PERCEPTION MAY BE THAT THE SEAT I Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2012-11-14 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE INHIBITOR SWITCH BRACKET INSTALLATION – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO SOME SPORTAGE AND SEDONA VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM APRIL 01, 2009 TO SEPTEMBER 16, 2011, WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE A NO-START C Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-09-01 | 102300 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR
KIA: THE SHIFT KNOB TRIM RING NEEDS TO BE REPLACED ON SOME VEHICLES, DUE TO DIFFICULT IN DEPRESSING A/T BUTTON, CAUSING A DECREASED CLEARANCE BETWEEN SHIFT BUTTON AND TRIM RING. MODELS 2011-2012 SPORTAGE. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-09-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
KIA: THE SHIFT KNOB TRIM RING NEEDS TO BE REPLACED ON SOME VEHICLES, DUE TO DIFFICULT IN DEPRESSING A/T BUTTON, CAUSING A DECREASED CLEARANCE BETWEEN SHIFT BUTTON AND TRIM RING. MODELS 2011-2012 SPORTAGE. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-09-01 | 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
KIA: DUE TO SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCING AN ILLUMINATION MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL), THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE UPGRADED AND REPROGRAMMED WITH GDS DOWNLOADS TO PREVENT AND/OR CORRECT THIS SITUATION. MODELS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-09-01 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
KIA: DUE TO SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCING AN ILLUMINATION MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL), THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE UPGRADED AND REPROGRAMMED WITH GDS DOWNLOADS TO PREVENT AND/OR CORRECT THIS SITUATION. MODELS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-11-04 | 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-11-04 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-01-17 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: ECM UPGRADE ? REFLASH AND EWGA ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE (SA 149) – On some Sportage (SL) vehicles, produced from May 1, 2011 to January 1, 2012, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may illuminate with DTC P2562 and/or P2565. Inspect the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-01-17 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: ECM UPGRADE ? REFLASH AND EWGA ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE (SA 149) – On some Sportage (SL) vehicles, produced from May 1, 2011 to January 1, 2012, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may illuminate with DTC P2562 and/or P2565. Inspect the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-10-09 | 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
TURBOCHARGER OIL LINE INSPECTION – Follow the procedure in this article to properly inspect/clean the oil feed and return lines. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-10-09 | 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
TURBOCHARGER OIL LINE INSPECTION – Follow the procedure in this article to properly inspect/clean the oil feed and return lines. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-10-09 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TURBOCHARGER OIL LINE INSPECTION – Follow the procedure in this article to properly inspect/clean the oil feed and return lines. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-10-02 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: MIL ON WITH DTC P0087 – DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR – This bulletin provides information related to some Optima (TF/QF), Sportage (SL), Sorento (XM) and Cadenza (VG) vehicles, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-07-03 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: ADJUSTING REAR HATCH CLOSING EFFORT – When encountering a customer concern related to excessive rear hatch closing effort on some 2011MY to 2014MY Sportage (SL) vehicles, first, verify the customer concern by comparing the closing Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-07-03 | 162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
PITSTOP: ADJUSTING REAR HATCH CLOSING EFFORT – When encountering a customer concern related to excessive rear hatch closing effort on some 2011MY to 2014MY Sportage (SL) vehicles, first, verify the customer concern by comparing the closing Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2010-12-01 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
KIA: MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON WITHOUT ANY DRIVEABLE SYMPTOMS. THERE MAY BE FIVE POSSIBLE TROUBLE CODES STORED. *RM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-05-29 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: 6-SPEED A/T TRANSMISSION ADAPTIVE VALUES RESET/RELEARN – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET AND RELEARN THE ADAPTIVE VALUES AFTER TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT OR REPROGRAMMING/REPLACEMENT OF THE ECM/PCM. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-01-18 | 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
PITSTOP: MANUAL EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS TEST FOR HARD TO FIND/SMALL LEAKS – If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated with DTC(s) P0442, P0455, P0456, or P0457 (Evaporative Emissions System-Leak detected) and the evaporative (EVA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-01-18 | 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-01-18 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE – By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-03-21 | 130000 VISIBILITY
TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING – Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-03-21 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING – Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-02-28 | 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
TSB: SC141 – SERVICE CAMPAIGN – APPLICATION OF ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL – To improve customer satisfaction, Kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2017-01-03 | 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER LETTER – Advises Owners of certain 2011-2014 MY Sportage vehicles currently registered in the states where heavy amounts of road salt are used of a service campaign to add additional anti-corrosion material to underb Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-10-31 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION – This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-10-31 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION – This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2011-03-01 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
KIA MOTORS: 2011 OPTIMA. THERE IS A SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT ON AND A TROUBLE CODE STORED DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2011-03-01 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
KIA MOTORS: 2011 OPTIMA. THERE IS A SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT ON AND A TROUBLE CODE STORED DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-04-01 | 052310 PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:ACTUATOR
KIA 2011-2016 MY SPORTAGE : THE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR ON CERTAIN ALL-WHEEL DRIVE EQUIPPED SPORTAGE VEHICLES, WILL EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE AWD SYSTEM WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP. *LJ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2012-12-11 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: SPORTAGE (SL) AVN SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SA050) – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO A VERY SMALL AMOUNT OF 2011 SPORTAGE (SL) VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH NAVIGATION, BUILT FROM THE START OF PRODUCTION TO JULY 22, 2 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-03-07 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
PITSTOP: EWGA INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE – ON SOME SPORTAGE (SL) VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0 T-GDI ENGINES, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE WITH A STORED, OR ACTIVE, P2562 DTC – TURBOCHARGER BOOST CONTROL POSITIO Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-03-22 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO POSSIBLE FOREIGN DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER. OVER TIME, SOME KIA VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIMITED APPLI Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-03-22 | 130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
TSB: WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO POSSIBLE FOREIGN DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP INLET FILTER. OVER TIME, SOME KIA VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIMITED APPLI Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2010-08-01 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
KIA: SOFTWARE UPGRADE. PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO A LIMITED NUMBER OF VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH NAVIGATION BUILT FROM THE START OF PRODUCT 7/22/10 THAT MAY EXHIBIT ANNOUNCEMENT VOICE VOLUME THAT IS LOWER THAN NORMAL AS COMPARED TO OTHE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-08-24 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
OWNER LETTER: WTY007 – 2011-2014 MY SPORTAGE 2.0L TURBO GDI AND 2.4L GDI ENGINE WARRANTY EXTENSION – DEAR KIA SPORTAGE VEHICLE OWNER: KIA MOTORS AMERICA TAKES PRIDE IN PROVIDING YOU WITH HIGH QUALITY AND DEPENDABLE VEHICLES. IN ORDER TO MA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-08-24 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
OWNER LETTER: WTY007 – 2011-2014 MY SPORTAGE 2.0L TURBO GDI AND 2.4L GDI ENGINE WARRANTY EXTENSION – DEAR KIA SPORTAGE VEHICLE OWNER: KIA MOTORS AMERICA TAKES PRIDE IN PROVIDING YOU WITH HIGH QUALITY AND DEPENDABLE VEHICLES. IN ORDER TO MA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-08-24 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: WTY007 – 2011-2014 MY SPORTAGE 2.0L TURBO GDI & 2.4L GDI ENGINE – EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY COVERAGE OF THE KIA NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE S Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-10-19 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: KDS – AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) – THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-10-19 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: KDS – AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) – THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2011-11-01 | 111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
KIA: PROVIDING INFORMATION REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE TERMINAL ON SOME VEHICLES. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2011-06-01 | 111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
KIA MOTORS: INSTALLING AN ADDITIONAL GROUND CABLE TO THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE SENSOR PROBLEMS. *RM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-03-01 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-03-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-07-01 | 174200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2014-07-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2012-01-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
KIA: VCM ACTUATOR REPLACEMENT AND ECM UPGRADE-TD/SL 2.0/2.4L MIL ON WITH DTC P200A. *KB Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2010-11-01 | 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
KIA: SOME 2011 SPORTAGE VEHICLES THE WINDOWS MAY NOT RAISE OR LOWERED WITH THE POWER SWITCHES. *RM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-08-03 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: 6-SPD. A/T ADAPTIVE VALUE RESET /RELEARN – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET AND RELEARN THE ADAPTIVE VALUES AFTER TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT OR REPROGRAMMING/REPLACEMENT OF THE PCM/TCM. AFTER THE ADAPTIVE VALUES A Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-08-12 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE ON HOW TO IDENTIFY AND RECORD THE HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE LEVEL ON VARIOUS HEAD UNIT PLATFORMS AND GENERATIONS. THIS PROCEDURE WILL NOW BE REQ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-08-12 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE – THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE ON HOW TO IDENTIFY AND RECORD THE HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE LEVEL ON VARIOUS HEAD UNIT PLATFORMS AND GENERATIONS. THIS PROCEDURE WILL NOW BE REQ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2011-02-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
KIA: A MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON WITH POSSIBLE MISFIRE CODES PRESENT. IT IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. 2011 SPORTAGE. *RM UPDATED ON 06/08/2011 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2016-09-30 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
PITSTOP: HVAC RECEIVER/DRYER – DESICCANT REPLACEMENT – IN THE EVENT OF A HVAC SYSTEM CONCERN IN WHICH METAL PARTICLES OR SHARDS HAVE CONTAMINATED THE SYSTEM, THE DESICCANT OR THE ENTIRE A/C RECEIVER/DRYER ASSEMBLY MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. T Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-02-06 | 160000 STRUCTURE
PITSTOP: RATTLE NOISE FROM DASH OR GLOVE BOX AREA ABOVE 50 MPH – A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A STEADY RATTLE NOISE, WHICH INCREASES WITH INTENSITY ABOVE 50 MPH, MAY BE DUE TO WIND BUFFETING ACROSS THE INSULATOR AT THE REAR OPENING OF THE LEFT A Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-02-06 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
PITSTOP: RATTLE NOISE FROM DASH OR GLOVE BOX AREA ABOVE 50 MPH – A CUSTOMER COMPLAINT OF A STEADY RATTLE NOISE, WHICH INCREASES WITH INTENSITY ABOVE 50 MPH, MAY BE DUE TO WIND BUFFETING ACROSS THE INSULATOR AT THE REAR OPENING OF THE LEFT A Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2013-11-15 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2012-11-01 | 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
KIA: UNEVEN SHIFTING GEARS AND NO START CONDITION IN POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM). PROCEDURE FOR THE INHIBITOR SWITCH TO HAVE AN INHIBITOR SWITCH BRACKET INSTALLED ON IT. MODELS 2010-2012 SPORTAGE, SEDONA. *P Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-06-26 | 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT SD CARD REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE SD CARD EXCHANGE/REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE RELATED TO ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY N Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2015-06-26 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT SD CARD REPLACEMENT – THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE SD CARD EXCHANGE/REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE RELATED TO ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY N Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2011-08-01 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
KIA: FOR GDI HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM, SPECIAL SERVICE INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE PROVIDED. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2011-08-01 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
KIA: FOR GDI HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM, SPECIAL SERVICE INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE PROVIDED. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2011 KIA Sportage
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