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KIA - The mesh filter inside the tandem pump may block causing insufficient oil supply and a risk of vacuum pump failure. If the pump fails there will be no vacuum assistance and the possibility of increased braking distance when applying the brake pedal.
Official notice
29 Sept 2023
Last checked
29 Sept 2023
An official DVSA notice concerns KIA - The mesh filter inside the tandem pump may block causing insufficient oil supply and a risk of vacuum pump failure. If the pump fails there will be no vacuum assistance and the possibility of increased braking distance when applying the brake pedal.. The mesh filter inside the tandem pump may block causing insufficient oil supply and a risk of vacuum pump failure. If the pump fails there will be no vacuum assistance and the possibility of increased braking distance when applying the brake pedal. Published 2023-09-29.
What to do now
Remove the mesh filter and check the vacuum pump for damage if damaged replace the pump/drive belt.
Units affected
20,781
Recall number
R-2023-255
Official notice
2023-09-29
The hazard
The hazard
The mesh filter inside the tandem pump may block causing insufficient oil supply and a risk of vacuum pump failure. If the pump fails there will be no vacuum assistance and the possibility of increased braking distance when applying the brake pedal.
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Brand: KIA. Contact: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
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