Kia Sorento recall: There is a risk the automatic gear shift lever could be moved out of Park without the foot brake pedal being applied. If this occurs and should the parking brake not be activated a vehicle rollaway could occur.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- There is a risk the automatic gear shift lever could be moved out of Park without the foot brake pedal being applied. If this occurs and should the parking brake not be activated a vehicle rollaway could occur.
- What to do
- Contact a Kia dealer to book the free repair. Check operation of the gear shift lock mechanism and if found to be incorrect replace the Gear shift lock lever assembly.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
There is a risk the automatic gear shift lever could be moved out of Park without the foot brake pedal being applied. If this occurs and should the parking brake not be activated a vehicle rollaway could occur.
The fix
Check operation of the gear shift lock mechanism and if found to be incorrect replace the Gear shift lock lever assembly.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento | 27 Apr 2015 | 13 Jul 2015 | 295 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 30 November 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.