Medium DVSA Vehicles
Kia recalls SORENTO — Water or oil may enter the hydraulic electronic control unit
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⚠ What You Should Do
Install a relay to isolate the HECU when the ignition is switched off.
Recall Details
Defect: Water or oil may enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over a long period of time causing an electrical short circuit.
Remedy: Install a relay to isolate the HECU when the ignition is switched off.
Vehicles affected: 15645
DVSA Recall Reference: R/2020/187
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/2020/187.
Why This Product Is Dangerous
Water or oil may enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over a long period of time causing an electrical short circuit.