2020: Kia recalls

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Five recalls for four Kia models in 2020

In 2020, Kia announced five recalls for four models through the EU Rapex system.

Potential oil and humidity penetration into the ABS/ESC unit may occur with several older Kia models. For this reason, more than half a million Kias were recalled worldwide in 2020. The brake booster may fail with Optima models manufactured in the second half of 2015.

The Sorento SUV had three recalls, the last of which concerned the upcoming fourth generation. The assembly of the low-pressure fuel line hose connection is inadequate and may cause fuel leakage and fire. With the previous generation, the braking assist function may fail.

The flagship Stinger may suffer from insufficient fuel supply to the engine due to a blocked fuel pump nozzle. Models manufactured in the period from 13 May 2020 to 17 July 2020 were recalled.

All the recalls sorted by models are listed in the tables below.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by VIN

We’ve written about some problems in more detail in a separate article.

Kia recalls in 2020 by model

Carnival

	Issued	Problem
Kia Carnival (2005 – 2009)	12/07/2020	Oil and humidity may penetrate into the power supply of the ABS control module. As a result, short-circuit may occur,...

✅ All Carnival’s recalls

Optima

	Issued	Problem
Kia Optima (2015)	23/01/2020	The non-return valve in the vacuum pump may not function properly. This may lead to failure of braking power assistance...

✅ All Optima’s recalls

Sorento

	Issued	Problem
Kia Sorento (2020)	26/12/2020	The assembly of the low-pressure fuel line hose connection is inadequate and may cause fuel leakage and fire. The Kia...
Kia Sorento (2005 – 2008)	12/07/2020	Oil and humidity may penetrate into the power supply of the ABS control module. As a result, short-circuit may occur,...
Kia Sorento (2019 – 2020)	09/02/2020	Due to an error in the Frontal Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) software, the braking assist function may fail when the vehicle...

✅ All Sorento’s recalls

Stinger

	Issued	Problem
Kia Stinger (2020)	26/10/2020	The fuel pump’s nozzle may get blocked causing insufficient fuel supply to the engine. This can result in the loss...

✅ All Stinger’s recalls

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This overview is purely informative for the manufacturer you have selected. As these deficiencies often relate to specific components (engine type, bodywork, equipment), the recall may not apply to all vehicles of listed model. Contact your nearest Kia dealer for more informations.