NHTSA recall 20V518000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Kia America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Kia motors america (Kia) recalled certain 2019 stinger vehicles equipped with 3.3L t-gdi engines on August 27, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Kia expanded the recall population and added certain 2018-2021 stinger vehicles. While driving, an engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu) is located.
Why it matters: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2018 Kia Stinger, 2019 Kia Stinger, 2020 Kia Stinger, 2021 Kia Stinger.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V518000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.