Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

15V089000

ManufacturerKia Motors AmericaReported2015-02-13Affected12,361 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to January 29, 2015. Due to an improperly soldered component in the accelerator pedal assembly, the driver may not be able to accelerate the vehicle.

Risk

If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC115.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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