The 2009 Kia Sportage has 2 recalls, both centered on the same fire risk: water can enter the anti-lock brake control unit's wiring cover and cause a short circuit that may start an engine compartment fire while the vehicle is parked or in motion.
An earlier repair attempt did not fully resolve the issue, and this fire can occur even on vehicles that were previously serviced under the original recall.
At a glance
What can fail
The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) in the engine compartment can overheat and catch fire while the vehicle is parked or driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the HECU, its wiring harness, and fuses as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The seal on the hydraulic brake control unit's wire harness cover may not be tight, allowing water and salt from melted snow to reach the circuit board. This can corrode connector pins and cause electrical short circuits.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect connector pins for corrosion. If none is found, they replace the connector cover. If corrosion is present, they replace both the brake control unit and connector cover.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
