Transport CanadaCritical
2016 KIA SORENTOTransport Canada Recall #2022453
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, a problem with the transmission shifter assembly may allow you to shift out of the Park position (P) without pressing the brake pedal. If the transmission is shifted without applying the brakes and the parking brake isn't used, the vehicle could move suddenly or roll away.
Safety Risk
A vehicle that moves suddenly or that rolls away could create the risk of an injury or a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the shift lever assembly. The shift lock lever and holder will be replaced, if necessary. To reduce the safety risk, Kia recommends that you should always use the parking brake when you park.
3,540 vehicles affectedMfr ref: RC167Updated June 10, 2026