NHTSA Campaign 18V754000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Filed by Kia Motors America.
NHTSA campaign 18V754000 covers 1 vehicle and concerns the electrical system:wiring:front underhood. The repair is free.
What this recall covers
- The defect
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles. The front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may get damaged from contacting a burr on the left fender body panel.
- The risk
- The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC170.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by 18V754000 (1)
Kia (1)
Is my car affected?
Being on this list means your year, make and model fall inside campaign 18V754000. It does not mean your individual car does: a campaign covers a range of VINs built in a specific window, and cars either side of that window are untouched.
Check the 17-character VIN from the driver-side dashboard or door jamb against NHTSA's lookup. If it is covered, the dealer must do the work free of charge, regardless of the car's age or mileage.