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🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 18V338📅 May 25, 2018

2015–2018 Kia Sedona recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.

💥 The risk

If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.

🔧 The fix

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V338000
Manufacturer recall #
SC164
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Vehicles affected
106,428
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Owner phone
1-800-333-4542
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 18, 2018
Built
Jul 21, 2014 – Dec 6, 2017
Recall started by
MFR
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 in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V338 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V338?

2015–2018 Kia Sedona. 106,428 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Kia dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-333-4542.