Recall data is supplied for information purposes only. The data is received from independent international resources. All recalls might not apply to all vehicles, all models, all markets, or all derivatives. If your vehicle make, model, or derivative is listed below, it is your duty to approach your manufacturer, or dealer, to determine the applicability of the applicable recall to your specific vehicles. No warranty is expressed or implied with regards to the accuracy or applicability of recall data published anywhere on our site, to any specific vehicle, derivative, or line. Manufacturers and dealers are typically capable of interrogating internal systems and international bulletins to see which units are subject to recall intervention, by VIN Number. 

2025 – 01 – 19
Kia XCeed PHEV (2019 – 2023)
Recall # 240S01

The printed circuit board (PCB) in the hydraulic clutch actuator (HCA) can become contaminated with fluid. A PCB that is contaminated with fluid can cause an electrical short-circuit, resulting in a fire in the engine compartment while driving.

The Kia XCeed PHEV vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 3 December 2019 and 14 Auguat 2023.

Kia recall code: 240S01  Affected models: Ceed PHEV, Xceed PHEV  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 85,219

Source: Rapex Alert 3/2025 SR/00217/25

2025 – 01 – 19
Kia Ceed PHEV (2019 – 2023)
Recall # 240S01

The printed circuit board (PCB) in the hydraulic clutch actuator (HCA) can become contaminated with fluid. A PCB that is contaminated with fluid can cause an electrical short-circuit, resulting in a fire in the engine compartment while driving.

The Kia Ceed PHEV vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 3 December 2019 and 14 Auguat 2023.

Kia recall code: 240S01  Affected models: Ceed PHEV, Xceed PHEV  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 85,219

Source: Rapex Alert 3/2025 SR/00217/25

2025 – 01 – 12
Kia Niro (2015 – 2022)
Recall # 231113

Due to a manufacturing defect, moisture may enter into the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) in the Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA). This can cause a short circuit, resulting in the vehicle catching fire.

The Kia Niro vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 26 October 2015 and 16 June 2012.

Kia recall code: 231113  Affected models: Niro  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 558,088

Source: Rapex Alert 2/2025 SR/00017/25

2025 – 01 – 12
Kia Soul (2010 – 2013)
Recall # 241147

Due to a brake fluid leak, an electrical short circuit can occur during vehicle operation. This can cause an electrical overload in the ABS module, leading the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), to remain live even when the vehicle is switched off. If moisture enters the HECU, an electrical short circuit can occur. This could result in an engine compartment fire.

The Kia Soul vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 9 June 2010 and 30 October 2013.

Kia recall code: 241147  Affected models: Soul  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a

Source: Rapex Alert 2/2025 SR/00016/25

2025 – 01 – 10
Kia Rio (2010 – 2017)
Recall # 241148

Due to a brake fluid leak, an electrical short circuit can occur during vehicle operation. This can cause an electrical overload in the ABS module, leading the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), to remain live even when the vehicle is switched off. If moisture enters the HECU, an electrical short circuit can occur. This could result in an engine compartment fire.

The Kia Rio vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 15 December 2010 and 31 March 2017.

Kia recall code: 241148  Affected models: Rio  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a

Source: Rapex Alert 2/2025 SR/00015/25

2024 – 12 – 28
Kia Sorento (2010 – 2014)
Recall # 241143

The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off. If moisture enters the HECU, an electrical short circuit can occur. If an electrical short circuit occurs, this could result in an engine compartment fire.

The Kia Sorento vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 1 July 2010 and 21 August 2014.

Kia recall code: 241143  Affected models: Cadenza, Carens/Rondo, Cerato/Forte, Mohave/Borrego, Optima, Picanto, Quoris, Ray, Rio, Sorento, Soul, Sportage  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 4,916,329

Source: Rapex Alert 52/2024 SR/03805/24

2024 – 12 – 28
Kia EV9 (2023 – 2024)
Recall # 241164

Due to a software issue, the Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may not operate as intended. Therefore, a higher braking force may be required when using the Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) key function resulting in increased braking distance. A reduction in braking performance could increase the risk of an accident.

The Kia EV9 vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 10 March 2023 and 6 September 2024.

Kia recall code: 241164  Affected models: EV9  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 14,483

Source: Rapex Alert 52/2024 SR/03806/24

2024 – 12 – 27
Kia Picanto (2024)
Recall # 241170,241171

The Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) system may not function properly due to an incorrect software version of the instrument cluster and due to a partial lack of coding of the ISLA system. As a result, there may be no audible or visual warning on the dashboard when the speed limit is exceeded, which may increase the risk of an accident.

The Kia Picanto vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 1 April and 14 May 2024.

Kia recall code: 241170, 241171  Affected models: Picanto  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 974

Source: Rapex Alert 52/2024 SR/03803/24

2024 – 10 – 05
Kia Picanto (2024)
Recall # 241099

A short circuit inside the exhaust gas circulation valve can occur, causing the engine to stall before the warning light is on. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries.

The Kia Picanto vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 11 January and 14 February 2024.

Kia recall code: 241099  Affected models: Picanto, Stonic  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 7,771

Source: Rapex Alert 40/2024 A12/02768/24

2024 – 10 – 05
Kia Stonic (2024)
Recall # 241099

A short circuit inside the exhaust gas circulation valve can occur, causing the engine to stall before the warning light is on. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries.

The Kia Stonic vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 11 January and 14 February 2024.

Kia recall code: 241099  Affected models: Picanto, Stonic  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 7,771

Source: Rapex Alert 40/2024 A12/02768/24

2024 – 09 – 06
Kia K9 (2017 – 2021)
Recall # 241039 / KRE23-12-P130-CK RJ

The oil supply line and hose assembly on the turbocharger’s left-hand side may degrade due to heat from the exhaust manifold. This can cause oil leaks, and if oil comes into contact with hot exhaust parts, it could trigger a fire in the engine compartment.

The Kia K9 vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 17 July 2017 and 14 August 2021.

Kia recall code: 241039 / KRE23-12-P130-CK RJ  Affected models: Stinger (CK), K9 (RJ)  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 69,907

Source: Rapex Alert 36/2024 A12/02520/24

2024 – 09 – 06
Kia Stinger (2017 – 2021)
Recall # 241039 / KRE23-12-P130-CK RJ

The oil supply line and hose assembly on the turbocharger’s left-hand side may degrade due to heat from the exhaust manifold. This can cause oil leaks, and if oil comes into contact with hot exhaust parts, it could trigger a fire in the engine compartment.

The Kia Stinger vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 17 July 2017 and 14 August 2021.

Kia recall code: 241039 / KRE23-12-P130-CK RJ  Affected models: Stinger (CK), K9 (RJ)  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 69,907

Source: Rapex Alert 36/2024 A12/02520/24

2024 – 08 – 31
Kia Seltos (2023)
Recall # 241063

A manufacturing fault can lead to the accidental deployment of the side-curtain airbag, creating a risk of injury to the occupants.

The Kia Seltos vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 3 April 2023 – 12 June 2023.

Kia recall code: 241063  Affected models: Soul, Seltos  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 5.181

Source: Rapex Alert 35/2024 A12/02471/24

2024 – 08 – 31
Kia Soul (2023)
Recall # 241063

A manufacturing fault can lead to the accidental deployment of the side-curtain airbag, creating a risk of injury to the occupants.

The Kia Soul vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 3 April 2023 – 12 June 2023.

Kia recall code: 241063  Affected models: Soul, Seltos  Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 5.181

Source: Rapex Alert 35/2024 A12/02471/24

 

2024 – 06 – 05
Kia EV6 (2021 – 2024)
Recall # 241041

The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) can deteriorate over time due to high voltage and temperature variation. As a result, the ICCU may not be able to charge the battery, leading to a gradual discharge and reductions of drive power. If the driver continues to operate the vehicle despite of the warnings, this can lead a complete loss of drive power. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries.

The Kia EV6 vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 20 April 2021 and 28 February 2024.

Kia recall code: 241041  Affected models: EV6
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): cca 225,000

Source: Rapex Alert 22/2024 A12/01430/24

2024 – 05 – 05
Kia Soul EV (2014 – 2018)
Recall # 231118

The battery management system (BMS) might not detect an abnormal voltage in the battery cells before an electrical short circuit occurs. This could lead to an increased risk of fire.

The Kia Soul EV vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 4 June 2014 and 12 November 2018.

Kia recall code: 231118  Affected models: Soul EV
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 22,915

Source: Rapex Alert 18/2024 A12/01056/24

2024 – 03 – 05
Kia Soul EV (2013 – 2018)
Recall # 231127

When the vehicle is charging and the parking brake is not manually engaged, unintended vehicle movement may occur even though the gear shift lever is in park position, increasing the risk of accident and injury.

The Kia Soul EV vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 26 November 2013 and 14 November 2018.

Kia recall code: 231127  Affected models: Soul EV
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 39,606

Source: Rapex Alert 9/2024 A12/00486/24

2023 – 09 – 30
Kia Sportage (2018 – 2020)
Recall # 221048

A faulty filter inside the tandem pump can cause insufficient oil supply and failure to generate vacuum pressure. This can affect the braking distance, increasing a risk of an accident.

The Kia Sportage vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 26 October 2018 and 5 October 2020.

Kia recall code: 221048  Affected models: Ceed (CD 5Door), XCeed (CUV), Proceed (Shooting Brake), Ceed SW (Sportwagon), Sportage (QLe)
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a

Source: Rapex Alert 39/2023 A12/02275/23

2023 – 09 – 30
Kia ProCeed (2018 – 2020)
Recall # 221048

A faulty filter inside the tandem pump can cause insufficient oil supply and failure to generate vacuum pressure. This can affect the braking distance, increasing a risk of an accident.

The Kia ProCeed vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 26 October 2018 and 5 October 2020.

Kia recall code: 221048  Affected models: Ceed (CD 5Door), XCeed (CUV), Proceed (Shooting Brake), Ceed SW (Sportwagon), Sportage (QLe)
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a

Source: Rapex Alert 39/2023 A12/02275/23

2023 – 09 – 30
Kia XCeed (2018 – 2020)
Recall # 221048

A faulty filter inside the tandem pump can cause insufficient oil supply and failure to generate vacuum pressure. This can affect the braking distance, increasing a risk of an accident.

The Kia XCeed vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 26 October 2018 and 5 October 2020.

Kia recall code: 221048  Affected models: Ceed (CD 5Door), XCeed (CUV), Proceed (Shooting Brake), Ceed SW (Sportwagon), Sportage (QLe)
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a

Source: Rapex Alert 39/2023 A12/02275/23

2023 – 09 – 30
Kia Ceed (2018 – 2020)
Recall # 221048

A faulty filter inside the tandem pump can cause insufficient oil supply and failure to generate vacuum pressure. This can affect the braking distance, increasing a risk of an accident.

The Kia Ceed vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 26 October 2018 and 5 October 2020.

Kia recall code: 221048  Affected models: Ceed (CD 5Door), XCeed (CUV), Proceed (Shooting Brake), Ceed SW (Sportwagon), Sportage (QLe)
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a

Source: Rapex Alert 39/2023 A12/02275/23

2023 – 09 – 22
Kia Sorento (2022)
Recall # 231070

Due to a software error, the turn indicators (blinkers) may malfunction. Other road users will be unable to see if the vehicle is about to turn, creating a risk of an accident.

The Kia Sorento vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 1 April and 31 August 2022.

Kia recall code: 231070  Affected models: Sorento, Sorento (P)HEV
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 39,110

Source: Rapex Alert 38/2023 A12/02239/23

2023 – 08 – 28
Kia Sportage (2011 – 2018)
Recall # 230047

Due to a manufacturing error, the engine might overheat due to fuel or oil leaks and subsequently break down. This may endanger the following traffic and can cause a fire.

The Kia Sportage vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 11 January 2011 and 13 September 2018.

Kia recall code: 230047  Affected models: Cerato, Forte, Optima, Sorento, Sportage
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 118,580

Source: Rapex Alert 34/2023 A12/01885/23

2023 – 08 – 27
Kia Sorento (2011 – 2018)
Recall # 230047

Due to a manufacturing error, the engine might overheat due to fuel or oil leaks and subsequently break down. This may endanger the following traffic and can cause a fire.

The Kia Sorento vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 11 January 2011 and 13 September 2018.

Kia recall code: 230047  Affected models: Cerato, Forte, Optima, Sorento, Sportage
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 118,580

Source: Rapex Alert 34/2023 A12/01885/23

2023 – 08 – 27
Kia Optima (2011 – 2018)
Recall # 230047

Due to a manufacturing error, the engine might overheat due to fuel or oil leaks and subsequently break down. This may endanger the following traffic and can cause a fire.

The Kia Optima vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 11 January 2011 and 13 September 2018.

Kia recall code: 230047  Affected models: Cerato, Forte, Optima, Sorento, Sportage
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 118,580

Source: Rapex Alert 34/2023 A12/01885/23

2023 – 08 – 27
Kia Forte (2011 – 2018)
Recall # 230047

Due to a manufacturing error, the engine might overheat due to fuel or oil leaks and subsequently break down. This may endanger the following traffic and can cause a fire.

The Kia Forte vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 11 January 2011 and 13 September 2018.

Kia recall code: 230047  Affected models: Cerato, Forte, Optima, Sorento, Sportage
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 118,580

Source: Rapex Alert 34/2023 A12/01885/23

2023 – 08 – 27
Kia Cerato (2011 – 2018)
Recall # 230047

Due to a manufacturing error, the engine might overheat due to fuel or oil leaks and subsequently break down. This may endanger the following traffic and can cause a fire.

The Kia Cerato vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 11 January 2011 and 13 September 2018.

Kia recall code: 230047  Affected models: Cerato, Forte, Optima, Sorento, Sportage
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 118,580

Source: Rapex Alert 34/2023 A12/01885/23

2023 – 08 – 14
Kia Sportage (2022 – 2023)
Recall # 230S15

Due to voltage instability when starting the vehicle, the instrument panel may fail to illuminate. This results in the failure of functioning of the display which could cause drivers to be unable to see important vehicle indicators, increasing the risk of an accident.

The Kia Sportage and Sportage HEVs of the 2022 and 2023 model years are being recalled.

Kia recall code: 230S15  Affected models: Niro HEV; Sportage; Sportage HEV
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 254,411

Source: Rapex Alert 32/2023 A12/01783/23

2023 – 08 – 14
Kia Niro HEV (2022 – 2023)
Recall # 231025

Due to voltage instability when starting the vehicle, the instrument panel may fail to illuminate. This results in the failure of functioning of the display which could cause drivers to be unable to see important vehicle indicators, increasing the risk of an accident.

The Kia Niro HEVs of the 2022 and 2023 model years are being recalled.

Kia recall code: 231025  Affected models: Niro HEV; Sportage; Sportage HEV
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 254,411

Source: Rapex Alert 32/2023 A12/01783/23

2023 – 05 – 18
Kia Niro EV (2020)
Recall # 231008

The electric power control unit (EPCU) may leak coolant internally which can cause a loss of driving power, creating a risk of an accident.

The Kia Niro EV vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between June and December 2020.

Kia recall code: 231008  Affected models: Niro EV, Soul EV
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 7,120

Source: Rapex Alert 18/2023 A12/00998/23

2023 – 05 – 18
Kia Soul EV (2020)
Recall # 231008

The electric power control unit (EPCU) may leak coolant internally which can cause a loss of driving power, creating a risk of an accident.

The Kia Soul EV vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between June and September 2020.

Kia recall code: 231008  Affected models: Niro EV, Soul EV
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 7,120

Source: Rapex Alert 18/2023 A12/00998/23

2023 – 03 – 24
Kia Sorento PHEV (2020)
Recall # 230015

The fuel tank may have been improperly moulded, which can result in fuel leaks, increasing the risk of a fire.

The Kia Sorento PHEV vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 11 April and 10 May 2022.

Kia recall code: 230015  Affected models: Sorento (PHEV)
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a

Source: Rapex Alert 12/2023 A12/00587/23

2023 – 02 – 24
Kia Sorento (2012 – 2014)
Recall # 221086

Damage to the auxiliary heater may cause an electrical fault. This can increase thermal heat generation, increasing the risk of fire.

The Kia Sorento vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 6 March 2012 and 14 August 2014.

Kia recall code: 221086  Affected models: Sorento
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 105,825

Source: Rapex Alert 08/2023 A12/00383/23

2023 – 01 – 13
Kia Sportage (2013 – 2015)
Recall # 220S39

The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short circuit. This could result in an engine compartment fire.

 

The Kia Sportage vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 15 May 2013 and 17 November 2015.

Kia recall code: 220S39  Affected models: Sportage (SLe)
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): n/a

 

Source: Rapex Alert 02/2023 A12/00020/23