Recall 09V-130: 2007 Kia Amanti, 2007 Kia Rondo and 3 more
KIA MOTORS CORPORATION recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Apr 17, 2009, covering about 139,844 vehicles.
The problem
Huyndai-kia is recalling 139,844 my 2006-2007- sedona, sportage, sorento and my rondo and amanti vehicles. The stop lamp switch in the affected vehicles may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A stop lamp switch malfunction may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission shifter would not be able to be shifted out of the park position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (Esc) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.
The risk
Any of these malfunctions, alone or in combination, may lead to a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on june 17, 2009. Owners may contact kia's consumer assistance center at 1-800-333-4542.
Notes
Hyundai-kia recall no. Sc077.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | KIA MOTORS CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V130000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Amanti | 2007 | All years |
| Kia Rondo | 2007 | All years |
| Kia Sedona | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Kia Sorento | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Kia Sportage | 2006, 2007 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 09V-130?
Huyndai-kia is recalling 139,844 my 2006-2007- sedona, sportage, sorento and my rondo and amanti vehicles. The stop lamp switch in the affected vehicles may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A stop lamp switch malfunction may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission shifter would not be able to be shifted out of the park position. It may also cause the electronic stability control (Esc) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.
How is recall 09V-130 fixed?
Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on june 17, 2009. Owners may contact kia's consumer assistance center at 1-800-333-4542.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.