Kia models recalled over fears engines could catch fire, even when switched off
More than 57,000 Kia owners in Australia
have been warned not to park their vehicles in an enclosed area such as a garage amid fears they could catch fire even when switched off.
Key points:
The affected cars are the Kia QL Sportage
built between 2016 and 2021 and the Kia CK Stinger built between 2017 and 2019
Kia Australia is contacting all known owners of the cars, who are urged to arrange for a free inspection and repair at their nearest dealer
It comes months after Hyundai issued a similar recall for more than 93,000 cars
Product Safety Australia
has issued a recall for two Kia models over problems with the Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU).
The affected cars are
the Kia QL Sportage model built between 2016 and 2021
and
the Kia CK Stinger model built between 2017 and 2019.
The recall notice
said the HECU, which controls the anti-lock braking, stability and traction control systems, could remain live.
It said if moisture entered the unit, an electrical short circuit could occur.
ABC News
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-05-17/kia-cars-hit-with-recall-over-engine-fire-fears/100144566
Kia recalls more than 57,000 cars, urges owners not to park in garages due to fire risk