Kia SPORTAGE QLe recall: The electrical circuit within the hecu may experience a short circuit condition
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The electrical circuit within the HECU may experience a short circuit condition that results in excessive current.
- What to do
- Contact a Kia dealer to book the free repair. Install new fuses on affected vehicles and software update for cars equipped with Electronic Parking Brake (EPB).
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The electrical circuit within the HECU may experience a short circuit condition that results in excessive current.
The fix
Install new fuses on affected vehicles and software update for cars equipped with Electronic Parking Brake (EPB).
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPORTAGE QLe | 28 Oct 2015 | 15 Oct 2020 | 141,772 |
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 25 May 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.