Recall 21V447000 — LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST Defect in 2021-2022 KIA K5

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RECALL This recall affects up to 846 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 21V447000
Manufacturer Kia Motors America
Vehicles Affected 846
Component LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines. The Rack-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) system lacks the ability to diagnose communication faults. If a communication fault occurs while driving around a curve with Lane Following Assist (LFA) engaged, the steering assist level may not adjust properly, causing a sudden increase in the steering effort required.

Safety Consequence

A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the R-MDPS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed June 24, 2021. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC213.

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