Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

22V651000

ManufacturerKia America, Inc.Reported2022-08-29Affected19,701 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The alternator battery positive terminal nut may loosen, which can result in an engine stall or an electrical surge.

Risk

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash, and an electrical surge increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the alternator battery positive terminal nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC248.

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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