Kia Recall 23V-652: Service brakes, hydraulic – control unit/module

Affected: 2010–2014 Kia Borrego, 2014–2016 Kia Cadenza, 2010–2013 Kia Forte and 9 more. Filed with NHTSA on September 25, 2023, covering about 1,730,192 vehicles.

Park outside: the manufacturer advises owners to park outside and away from structures until repaired.

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

The risk

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-652 (23V652000)
Manufacturer numberSC284
ManufacturerKia America, Inc.
ComponentService brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Report dateSeptember 25, 2023
Owners notifiedMarch 29, 2024
Vehicles affected1,730,192
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 6 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the brakes

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-652 repair free?

Yes. Kia dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,730,192 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Is it safe to drive?

Owners are advised to park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, because of a fire risk.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.