Kia recalls SORENTO — The electrical connector to the ptc heater can overheat
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⚠ What You Should Do
Inspect and if the PTC connector is found damaged replace the PTC and relevant wiring connector. Upgrade the operating logic of the PTC
Recall Details
Defect: The PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater in some Sorento diesel models can overheat due to damaged connector terminal.
Remedy: Inspect and if the PTC connector is found damaged replace the PTC and relevant wiring connector. Upgrade the operating logic of the PTC
Vehicles affected: 15665
DVSA Recall Reference: R/2022/104
Make: KIA | Model: SORENTO
To check if your specific vehicle is affected, visit the DVSA vehicle recall checker, select your vehicle make and model, and look for recall reference R/2022/104.
Why This Product Is Dangerous
The PTC (positive temperature coefficient) heater in some Sorento diesel models can overheat due to damaged connector terminal.