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Count of recall notices naming this brand, by the year the recall was announced. A quiet year is not proof of a safe year.
December 19, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2011–2018 Engine recall
Hazard: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
October 31, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2019 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
October 25, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2018 Electrical System recall
Hazard: The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
September 25, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2017–2018 Hybrid Propulsion System recall
Hazard: The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
September 21, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2018 Steering recall
Hazard: If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
June 1, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2010–2013 Air Bags recall
Hazard: If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
May 23, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2015–2018 Structure recall
Hazard: If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.
April 20, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2017 Hybrid Propulsion System recall
Hazard: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
March 8, 2018VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2017–2018 Hybrid Propulsion System recall
Hazard: If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
December 8, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2018 Air Bags recall
Hazard: If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
December 1, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2012–2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
Hazard: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
September 29, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2014–2016 Steering recall
Hazard: If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
September 21, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2017 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Hazard: If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.
March 31, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2011–2014 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Hazard: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
March 16, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2017 Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
Hazard: Reduced braking performance can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
March 10, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2017 Steering recall
Hazard: Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
January 6, 2017VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2016 Air Bags recall
Hazard: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.
November 30, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2016–2017 Trailer Hitches recall
Hazard: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
November 10, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2008–2009 Electrical System recall
Hazard: If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
October 24, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2016 Seats recall
Hazard: In the event of a crash, the driver seatback frame could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
October 3, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2016 Power Train recall
Hazard: If the driveshaft cracks and separates from the vehicle, it will not be able to move forward. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied upon exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario can increase the risk of a crash.
June 29, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2016 Suspension recall
Hazard: The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
June 1, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2006–2014 Latches/Locks/Linkages recall
Hazard: If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
June 1, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2006–2012 Suspension recall
Hazard: A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
May 17, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2013 Seat Belts recall
Hazard: If a retaining plate breaks during a crash, pieces of the plate could strike the occupants, increasing risk of injury.
April 21, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2016 Air Bags recall
Hazard: If the second stage air bag does not deploy it increases the risk of injury or death.
April 12, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2015–2016 Exterior Lighting recall
Hazard: Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
February 5, 2016VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2011 Power Train recall
Hazard: If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
October 6, 2015VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2011–2013 Power Train recall
Hazard: Without requiring the brake to be pressed, the vehicle may be unintentionally shifted out of Park, allowing it to roll, which may result in a crash.
July 14, 2015VehiclesNHTSA
KIA 2016 Seat Belts recall
Hazard: If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.