Due to a brake fluid leak, an electrical short circuit can occur during vehicle operation. This can cause an electrical overload in the ABS module, leading the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), to remain live even when the vehicle is switched off. If moisture enters the HECU, an electrical short circuit can occur. This could result in an engine compartment fire.
The Kia Rio vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 15 December 2010 and 31 March 2017.
Kia recall code: 241148
Affected models: Rio
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a
Source: Rapex Alert 2/2025 SR/00015/25