Recall 25V649000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS Defect in 2021-2023 KIA SORENTO

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RECALL This recall affects up to 39,536 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 25V649000
Manufacturer Kia America, Inc.
Vehicles Affected 39,536
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.

Safety Consequence

A fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.

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