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Checking KIA Recall Notices When Buying a Used KIA Car

Purchasing a used KIA car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by KIA to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used KIA car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have KIA recalls for the models below.

Borrego

Carens

Carnival

Carnival (YP)

Carnival VQ

Ceed (CD 5Door)

Ceed SW (Sportwagon)

Cerato

EV6 (CV)

Forte

K9 (RJ)

Kia Soul EV

Mohave

Niro

Niro EV

Niro HEV

Optima

Passenger car

Picanto

Proceed (Shooting Brake)

Rio

Sedona

Seltos

Sorento

Sorento (MQ4)

Sorento (P)HEV

Sorento (PHEV)

Sorento (UM)

Sorento BL

Sorento Hybrid (MQ4 HEV)

Soul

Soul (PS)

Soul EV

Soul EV (PS EV)

Soul PS

Sportage

Sportage (QLe)

Sportage HEV

Stinger

Stinger (CK)

Stonic

XCeed (CUV)

20/05/2022 - Kia
Sorento (MQ4)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The fuel supply pipe may have been installed improperly, which may result in a fuel leak. If a fuel leak occurs, this can result in an engine compartment fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

e4*2007/46*1530*00

Production Dates:

03/2020 - 11/2021

Recall Code:

221003

For more information and see the full recall View

20/05/2022 - Kia
Sorento (UM)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The positive temperature coefficient heater of vehicles fitted with diesel engines may overheat due to potential damage of the wiring harness connector, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

e4*2007/46*0894*07; e4*2007/46*0894*08; e4*2007/46*0894*10; e4*2007/46*0894*01; e4*2007/46*0894*04; e4*2007/46*0894*05; e4*2007/46*0894*06; e4*2007/46*0894*01; e4*2007/46*0894*10;

Production Dates:

05/2014 - 02/2020

Recall Code:

221026

For more information and see the full recall View

01/04/2022 - Kia
Soul (PS), Soul EV (PS EV)

Check This Car for the following recall:

Frontal collision sensors (left and right) could disengage in the event of a collision. This can affect the deployment of the airbags, increasing the risk of injuries in the event of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

221004: e9*2018/858*11073*00 , 221040: e4*2007/46*0825*01

Production Dates:

KIA Soul (PS): 16.05.2016 - 31.12.2018KIA Soul EV (PS EV): 20.03.2017 - 14.11.2018

Recall Code:

221004221040

For more information and see the full recall View

01/04/2022 - Kia
Soul (PS), Soul EV (PS EV)

Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

221004: e9*2018/858*11073*00 , 221040: e4*2007/46*0825*01

Production Dates:

KIA Soul (PS): 16.05.2016 - 31.12.2018KIA Soul EV (PS EV): 20.03.2017 - 14.11.2018

Recall Code:

221004221040

For more information and see the full recall View

08/10/2021 - Kia
Soul EV (SK3) Niro EV (DE)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The open circuit of the bus bar generating a vehicle malfunction producing a DTC. The bus bar is the large socket which is fixed by screws on the injection computer (ECU) the loose plug can lead to injection faults, hence the risk of pollution emission at the exhaust. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

Niro de e4*2007/46*1139*09 à e4*2007/46*1139*09 Soul de e4*2007/46*1365*02 à e4*2007/46*1365*02

Production Dates:

Soul EV: from 7 January 2020 to 11 January 2020 Niro EV: from 8 January 2020 to 17 January 2020

Recall Code:

211069

For more information and see the full recall View

08/10/2021 - Kia
Soul EV (SK3) Niro EV (DE)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Niro de e4*2007/46*1139*09 à e4*2007/46*1139*09 Soul de e4*2007/46*1365*02 à e4*2007/46*1365*02

Production Dates:

Soul EV: from 7 January 2020 to 11 January 2020 Niro EV: from 8 January 2020 to 17 January 2020

Recall Code:

211069

For more information and see the full recall View

08/10/2021 - Kia
Soul EV (SK3) Niro EV (DE)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Niro de e4*2007/46*1139*09 à e4*2007/46*1139*09 Soul de e4*2007/46*1365*02 à e4*2007/46*1365*02

Production Dates:

Soul EV: from 7 January 2020 to 11 January 2020 Niro EV: from 8 January 2020 to 17 January 2020

Recall Code:

211069

For more information and see the full recall View

08/10/2021 - Kia
Soul EV (SK3) Niro EV (DE)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Niro de e4*2007/46*1139*09 à e4*2007/46*1139*09 Soul de e4*2007/46*1365*02 à e4*2007/46*1365*02

Production Dates:

Soul EV: from 7 January 2020 to 11 January 2020 Niro EV: from 8 January 2020 to 17 January 2020

Recall Code:

211069

For more information and see the full recall View

08/10/2021 - Kia
Soul EV (SK3) Niro EV (DE)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Niro de e4*2007/46*1139*09 à e4*2007/46*1139*09 Soul de e4*2007/46*1365*02 à e4*2007/46*1365*02

Production Dates:

Soul EV: from 7 January 2020 to 11 January 2020 Niro EV: from 8 January 2020 to 17 January 2020

Recall Code:

211069

For more information and see the full recall View

28/05/2021 - Kia
Sportage

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Check This Car for the following recall:

A short circuit can occur in the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)/Electronic Stability Program (ESP) module.This could lead to an excessive current flow that can increase the risk of fire in the engine compartment.

Model Numbers:

e5*2007/46*1081, Type: QLE

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 19 March 2015 and 23 October 2020.

Recall Code:

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26/03/2021 - Kia
Soul

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Defective software may impair the functioning of the brake booster.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e4*2007/46*1365*, Type: SK3

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 20 April 2018 and 25 November 2020.

Recall Code:

201128

For more information and see the full recall View

12/02/2021 - Kia
Sorento (MQ4), Sorento Hybrid (MQ4 HEV)

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The eCall system (transmitting the vehicle identification number to the emergency call center) could malfunction and not transmit the VIN number of the affected vehicle when an airbag has been deployed. This can cause a delay in the rescue intervention, leading to increased risk of injury.

Model Numbers:

e4*2007/46*1530*00

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 19 June and 14 December 2020.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View