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KIA - Wiring harness may be damaged by fender
Official notice
25 Oct 2018
Last checked
25 Oct 2018
An official NHTSA notice concerns KIA - Wiring harness may be damaged by fender. The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire. Published 2018-10-25.
What to do now
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall began december 20, 2018. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall sc170.
Units affected
16,011
Recall number
SC170
Official notice
2018-10-25
The hazard
The hazard
The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
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Brand: KIA. Contact: Kia America, Inc..
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