Kia Australia has had to recall a total of 104,104 cars due to a fault with the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) which could cause a fire.
The HECU, responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off. If moisture enters the HECU, an electrical short circuit can occur.
If an electrical short circuit occurs, this could result in an engine compartment fire when the key is switched off and the vehicle is parked.
Kia Australia is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles by direct mail. Consumers should contact their nearest Kia Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle, free of charge.
Until it has been repaired, Kia recommends that the vehicle should not be parked near any flammable structures or in an enclosed area, i.e. not in a garage.
Affected cars include the 2009 Kia Sportage, 2012-2018 RP Rondo, 2009-2012 UN Carens, 2013-2014 SLe Sportage, 2011-2016 UB Rio, 2010-2015 TF Optima, 2009-2013 SL Sportage, 2009-2013 TD Cerato, 2010-2014
XM Sorento and the 2010-2013 AM Soul.
