2016 Kia Sorento Recall: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V089000 | Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Recall Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Related Information
Source: NHTSA Safety Recall 15V089000