2020 Kia SPORTAGE Recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.

2 Recalls
2020 Model Year
Affected: SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC, TRAILER HITCHES

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2 Recall Campaigns — 2020 Kia SPORTAGE

SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC
Campaign #21V137000 · 04/03/2021
Issue

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.

Risk

An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury.

Fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206.

TRAILER HITCHES
Campaign #22V703000 · 19/09/2022
Issue

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

Risk

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.

Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database

About 2020 Kia SPORTAGE Recalls

The 2020 Kia SPORTAGE has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC, TRAILER HITCHES. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Kia dealership.

If you own a 2020 Kia SPORTAGE, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Kia. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.

To get your 2020 Kia SPORTAGE recall repaired, contact your nearest Kia dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.

The Kia SPORTAGE has a total of 45 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Kia SPORTAGE recalls →

2020 Kia SPORTAGE Recall FAQs

How many recalls does the 2020 Kia SPORTAGE have?

The 2020 Kia SPORTAGE has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.

What parts are affected by the 2020 Kia SPORTAGE recalls?

The 2020 Kia SPORTAGE recalls affect the following components: SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC, TRAILER HITCHES.

Are 2020 Kia SPORTAGE recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Kia dealership with your recall campaign number.

How do I check if my 2020 Kia SPORTAGE has an open recall?

Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.