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Kia Recall SC248:
2023 Kia Sportage
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash, and an electrical surge increases the risk of a fire.
Electrical System — Alternator/Generator/Regulator
- Summary
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The alternator battery positive terminal nut may loosen, which can result in an engine stall or an electrical surge.
- Actions
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the alternator battery positive terminal nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC248.
- Documents (10)
- Defect Notice 573 Report
- 2023MY Sportage Alternator B+ Terminal Chronology
- Recall Acknowledgement
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
- 2023 MY SPORTAGE VEHICLES - ALTERNATOR BATTERY POSITIVE TERMINAL SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN (SC248) Q & A September 20, 2022
- ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
- Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-3
- Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2022-4
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