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Kia Carens UN, Rio JB and other models recalled over a fire risk

Vehicle fire risk

The HECU hydraulic electronic control unit of affected vehicles equipped with Anti-lock Brake Systems ABS and Electronic Stability Control ESC could leak internally and cause an electrical short over time. In extreme cases the HECU could overheat with a possible risk of an under bonnet fire.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

9 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Carens UN

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 19/09/2009 – 14/12/2012
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

  • Rio JB

    Build dates
    • 28/10/2009 – 26/09/2011
    Manufacturer reference
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

  • Picanto SA

    Build dates
    • 17/12/2009 – 11/01/2011
    Manufacturer reference
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

  • Carens RP

    Build dates
    • 28/08/2012 – 23/07/2018
    Manufacturer reference
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

  • Sportage SLe

    Build dates
    • 12/03/2010 – 24/01/2014
    Manufacturer reference
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

  • Optima TF

    Build dates
    • 09/02/2010 – 23/07/2015
    Manufacturer reference
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

  • Soul AM

    Build dates
    • 09/06/2010 – 30/10/2013
    Manufacturer reference
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

  • Sorento XM

    Build dates
    • 01/07/2010 – 21/08/2014
    Manufacturer reference
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

  • Rio UB

    Build dates
    • 15/12/2010 – 31/03/2017
    Manufacturer reference
    • 241143 241144 241147 241148 240S28 241152 241153 241154 241155

What to do now

There is a risk of fire on affected Kia Carens UN, Rio JB and other models.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/465). Quoted as issued.

Summary

The HECU hydraulic electronic control unit of affected vehicles equipped with Anti-lock Brake Systems ABS and Electronic Stability Control ESC could leak internally and cause an electrical short over time. In extreme cases the HECU could overheat with a possible risk of an under bonnet fire.

Defect

The HECU hydraulic electronic control unit of affected vehicles equipped with Anti-lock Brake Systems ABS and Electronic Stability Control ESC could leak internally and cause an electrical short over time. In extreme cases the HECU could overheat with a possible risk of an under bonnet fire.

Remedy

The recall will replace the fuses in the junction box with a lower rated version.

Models

Carens UN, Rio JB, Picanto SA, Carens RP, Sportage SLe, Optima TF, Soul AM, Sorento XM, Rio UB

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Kia Carens UN, Rio JB and other models being recalled?

There is a risk of fire on affected Kia Carens UN, Rio JB and other models. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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