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KIA - Hydraulic electronic control unit may short
Official notice
27 Aug 2020
Last checked
27 Aug 2020
An official NHTSA notice concerns KIA - Hydraulic electronic control unit may short. If the hecu short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire. Published 2020-08-27.
What to do now
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hecu for leaking brake fluid and replace the hecu if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began october 20, 2020. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc197.
Units affected
440,370
Recall number
SC197
Official notice
2020-08-27
The hazard
The hazard
If the hecu short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
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Brand: KIA. Contact: Kia America, Inc..
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