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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

Cadenza

Carens

Carnival

Carnival (YP)

Carnival VQ

Ceed (CD 5Door)

Ceed PHEV

Ceed SW (Sportwagon)

Cerato

EV6 (CV)

EV9

Forte

K9 (RJ)

Kia Soul EV

Mohave

Niro

Niro EV

Niro HEV

Optima

Passenger car

Picanto

Proceed (Shooting Brake)

Quoris

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)

Xceed PHEV

11/09/2020 - Kia
Soul PS

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The software governing the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) may be defective.As a result in may fail to prevent potential instances, in which an owner may forget to apply the EPB themselves and the car could roll.

Model Numbers:

9*2007/46*61602015-16

Production Dates:

BL: from 14 December 2005 to 17 December 2008 VQ: from 10 June 2005 to 14 December 2009

Recall Code:

201085

For more information and see the full recall View

10/07/2020 - Kia
Sorento BL, Carnival VQ

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Oil and humidity may penetrate into the into the power supply of the ABS control module. As a result, short-circuit may occur, leading to electrical overload and increased risk of fire.

Model Numbers:

e9*98/14*0045* (Sorento), e4*2001/116*0112 (Carnival)

Production Dates:

Carnival: between 10 June 2005 and 14 December 2009Sorento: between 14 December 2005 and 17 December 2008

Recall Code:

201021

For more information and see the full recall View

10/07/2020 - Kia
Sorento BL, Carnival VQ

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Oil and humidity may penetrate into the into the power supply of the ABS control module. As a result, short-circuit may occur, leading to electrical overload and increased risk of fire.

Model Numbers:

e9*98/14*0045* (Sorento), e4*2001/116*0112 (Carnival)

Production Dates:

Carnival: between 10 June 2005 and 14 December 2009Sorento: between 14 December 2005 and 17 December 2008

Recall Code:

201021

For more information and see the full recall View

07/02/2020 - Kia
Sorento

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due to an error in the Frontal Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) software, the braking assist function may fail when the vehicle approaches a stationary vehicle or a pedestrian. Consequently, the braking assist may not activate during a frontal collision, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e4*2007/46*0894*10, e4*2007/46*0894*08

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles are from model year: 2020.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

17/01/2020 - Kia
Optima

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The non-return valve in the vacuum pump may not function properly. This may lead to failure of braking power assistance thus increasing the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e4*2007/46*1018, Type: JF

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 24 July and 14 December 2015.

Recall Code:

191112

For more information and see the full recall View

13/09/2019 - Kia
Optima

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Check This Car for the following recall:

A software error in the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system may cause the brake assist function not to engage as expected. As a result, the system may not detect another vehicle standing in front of the moving car, increasing the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Type JF

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles are from model years 2019 and 2020.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

02/08/2019 - Kia
Picanto

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The fuel filler and fuel levelling hoses may wear over time, potentially resulting in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage close to a source of ignition increases the risk of the vehicle catching fire.

Model Numbers:

Picanto (TA)

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 1 and 30 June 2012.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

24/05/2019 - Kia
Niro

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The main relay within the power relay assembly may have inadequate connections between its contacts. This may cause a short circuit or prevent the vehicle from starting, increasing the risk of fire and potential accident.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e4*2007/46*1139*00, e4*2007/46*1139*01, e4*2007/46*1139*02; types DE HEV, DE PHEV

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles are from model years 2016, 2017 (Niro DE HEV) and model year 2018 (Niro DE PHEV).

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

01/03/2019 - Kia
Stinger

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Check This Car for the following recall:

There is a rough edge in the left fender body panel. It could damage the insulation of the front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartments. This could cause it to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Model Numbers:

EC Type-approval numbers: e11*2007/46*4002*00, e11*2007/46*4002*01Stinger (CK) (2018)

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 01.07.2017 and 04.04.2018

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

14/12/2018 - Kia
Soul

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The connection between the steering rod and the steering box may come loose. As a consequence it may be impossible to steer the vehicle.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e4*2007/46*0825, e9*2007/46*6160; type: PS, PSEV;

Production Dates:

Vehicles manufactured between 21 July 2013 and 17 January 2014 are affected.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

10/08/2018 - Kia
Niro

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Oil might leak on the power electrode inside the hydraulic clutch actuator. This may result in a short-circuit, leading to a fire.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e4*2007/46*1139*00, e4*2007/46*1139*01, e4*2007/46*1139*02

Production Dates:

Manufactured in 2017

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

11/05/2018 - Kia
Rio

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The cable length of the rear door lock assemblies may be incorrect. Although appearing to engage, the child lock may not engage.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e11*2007/46*3777*00

Production Dates:

Manufactured from 0.04.2017 to 05.06.2017.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View