2023 Kia K5 Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 1
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–68 of 68, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jun 27, 2022–May 28, 2026.
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May 28, 2026Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB_ELE422
NHTSA communication ID: 11033217
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment systems on applicable Kia vehicles using the Kia Navigation Updater available at update.kia.com. The software update may improve system performance, enhance existing features, and apply the latest operating software for supported vehicles (2021-2026MY All Models).
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SOFTWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides information on the process for downloading infotainment software updates and preparing USB for installation on applicable Kia vehicles. The software downloads and USB preparation process is similar across all supported platforms; however, in‑vehicle installation procedures vary by head unit type.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER ACTION: CHROME TRUNK LID MOLDING REPLACEMENT (CA2514) - This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the chrome trunk lid molding on certain 2023-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from October 3, 2022 through January 23, 2024. The chrome faceplate may be partly loose while remaining secured to the molding and vehicle.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288/SC288A) CLOSED & SUPERSEDED - This bulletin is now closed and superseded by SC356. This bulletin provided information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through January 23, 2024. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic. The subject vehicles may experience fuel tank swelling due to an issue with the PCSV check valve, which results in pressurized air to flow into the fuel tank. This may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate, and in some cases, the engine to run rough, and/or an inability to refuel. These conditions may cause the vehicle to release air pollutant which exceed Federal and California standards.
Campaign / software reference: SC288
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
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PITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. The PDW system alerts the driver while parking, by calculating distance based on the difference in signal transmission and reception times between the vehicle (ultrasonic sensor) and an object. The membrane film of the ultrasonic sensor is used for object detention and can be damaged by stone chips or foreign substances while driving. Damage to the cover of the ultrasonic sensor can also lead to damage to the internal circuit. As a result of this external damage, the PDW system may not receive the proper signal from the ultrasonic sensor. In some cases, the system may cause a false alarm, no alert, or phantom warnings by a “Warning Lamp’ to be displayed on the cluster. The ultrasonic sensor membrane film should be always inspected for external damage and if any part replacement should be treated as a general repair, not as a warranty claim repair for this concern. (Please note that this Pitstop only applies to models/trims that are equipped with the ultrasonic sensors.)
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: TRUNK LID AND C-PILLAR GARNISH INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT (SA552) - CLOSED AND SUPERSEDED BY SC346 - This bulletin is now closed and superseded. This bulletin provides information to inspect the rear trunk lid chrome garnish trim and the C-Pillar(s) chrome garnish trim on certain 2023-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from May 1, 2023 through September 29, 2023, which may be loose due to an insufficient lamination layer. Follow the procedure outlined in this publication to inspect the rear trunk lid chrome trim, and both left and right-side C-pillar chrome trims and replace the affected rear trunk lid chrome trim and/or the (left and/or right side) C-Pillar(s) chrome trim on the applicable vehicle.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ITM REPLACEMENT AND ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (CA2511) - This bulletin provides information to replace the Integrated Thermal Management Module (ITM) and then upgrade the Engine Control Module ‘ECM’ system software on certain K5 (DL3a) vehicles, in the event the Multifunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated with DTC(s) P218100, P2181F0, and/or P2181F1 stored. This condition may occur due to degradation of the diaphragm inside the ITM. There are no drivability or other symptoms associated with this condition.
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VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (SC288 FLIGHT 301) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2021-2024 MY K5 vehicles equipped with 1.6L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (GDI) engines to improve the logic in the Electronic Control Module (ECM) to ensure compliance with emissions regulations. Also, the subject vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve will be replaced with a new one.
Campaign / software reference: SC288
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
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VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC288A) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2021-2024 MY K5 vehicles equipped with 1.6L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (GDI) engines to improve the logic in the Electronic Control Module (ECM) to ensure compliance with emissions regulations. Also, the subject vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve will be replaced with a new one.
Campaign / software reference: SC288A
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
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VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC288) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2021-2024 MY K5 vehicles equipped with 1.6L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (GDI) engines to improve the logic in the Electronic Control Module (ECM) to ensure compliance with emissions regulations. Also, the subject vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve will be replaced with a new one.
Campaign / software reference: SC288
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
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VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/ REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288/SC288A) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through January 23, 2024. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic. This bulletin provides information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through January 23, 2024. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic.
Campaign / software reference: SC288
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: PARTS COLLECTION SERVICE ACTION: PCSV REPLACEMENT (SA612) CLOSED - This bulletin is now closed. This bulletin provided information to replace Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through October 11, 2023. This is a special, limited-time parts collection program for research purposes. Dealers are to ship the removed PCSV assembly to KUS via the Mandatory Parts Request (MPR).
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTS COLLECTION SERVICE ACTION: PCSV REPLACEMENT (SA612) - This bulletin provides information to replace Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through October 11, 2023. This is a special limited time parts collection program for research purposes. Dealers are to ship the removed PCSV assembly to KUS via the Mandatory Parts Request (MPR).
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, and the transmission oil cooler is transferred to the new transmission.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: KIA CONNECT MODEM RESET (SA611) - This bulletin outlines the procedure for resetting the modem in certain 2016-2025MY Kia vehicles listed on page 3 that are equipped with Kia Connect Services. The affected vehicles may encounter the following issues: remote Start/Climate Control function not working, vehicle Status on the Kia Access App not updating, connected routing not functioning properly.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through October 17, 2023. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic. The subject vehicles may experience fuel tank swelling due to an issue with the PCSV check valve, which results in pressurized air to flow into the fuel tank. This may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate, and in some cases, the engine to run rough, and/or an inability to refuel. These conditions may cause the vehicle to release air pollutant which exceed Federal and California standards.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0/AVN5WSOFTWARE UPDATE (SA569) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to update the software on Display Audio 2.0 (D2V) and AVN 5.0 Wide (AVN5W) head units on certain 2022-2023MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 9). The affected vehicles may experience various concerns related to Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ phone projection connectivity.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) (SA582) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2023-2024MYKia vehicles (refer to model list on page 8) to remedy a ‘non-responsive’ or ‘inoperative’ radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc.) concern. The affected AVN unit on the vehicles may not respond when pressing the ‘RADIO’ hard key/button on the AVN unit or when selecting the ‘RADIO’ icon on the AVN menu screen.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 8) to remedy a ‘non-responsive’ or ‘inoperative’ radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc.) concern. The affected AVN unit on the vehicles may not respond when pressing the ‘RADIO’ hard key/button on the AVN unit or when selecting the ‘RADIO’ icon on the AVN menu screen.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 8-SPEED DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION EOP SENSORLESS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to improve the Electric Oil Pump ‘EOP’ operation logic of the automatic transmission ‘A/T’ on some 2021-2023MY Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles produced from September 9, 2020 through December 29, 2023 and 2021-2023MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from March 24, 2020 to December 18, 2023, equipped with a 2.5L T-GDI Theta III engines and 8-Speed Dual Clutch Transmissions (DCT). The affected vehicles may exhibit abnormal/harsh shifting, gear slipping, no gear engagement in Drive ‘D’ and/or Reverse ‘R’ shift selection, accompanied by a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ‘ON’ illuminated on the instrument cluster with DTC(s) P1C2D03, P1C2D1C, and/or P1C2E92 stored.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) (SA582) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2023-2024MYKia vehicles (refer to model list on page 8) to remedy a ‘non-responsive’ or ‘inoperative’ radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc.) concern. The affected AVN unit on the vehicles may not respond when pressing the ‘RADIO’ hard key/button on the AVN unit or when selecting the ‘RADIO’ icon on the AVN menu screen.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through October 17, 2023. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic. The subject vehicles may experience fuel tank swelling due to an issue with the PCSV check valve, which results in pressurized air to flow into the fuel tank. This may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate, and in some cases, the engine to run rough, and/or an inability to refuel. These conditions may cause the vehicle to release air pollutant which exceed Federal and California standards.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through October 17, 2023. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic. The subject vehicles may experience fuel tank swelling due to an issue with the PCSV check valve, which results in pressurized air to flow into the fuel tank. This may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate, and in some cases, the engine to run rough, and/or an inability to refuel. These conditions may cause the vehicle to release air pollutant which exceed Federal and California standards.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: TRUNK LID AND C-PILLAR GARNISH INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT (SA552) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect the rear trunk lid chrome garnish trim and the C-Pillar(s) chrome garnish trim on certain 2023- 2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from May 1, 2023 through September 29, 2023, which may be loose due to an insufficient lamination layer.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 8-SPEED DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION EOP SENSORLESS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to improve the Electric Oil Pump ‘EOP’ operation logic of the automatic transmission 'A/T’ on some 2021-2023MY Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles produced from September 9, 2020 through December 29, 2023 and 2021-2023MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from March 24, 2020 to December 18, 2023, equipped with a 2.5L T-GDI Theta III engines and 8-Speed Dual Clutch Transmissions (DCT). The affected vehicles may exhibit abnormal/harsh shifting, gear slipping, no gear engagement in Drive ‘D’ and/or Reverse ‘R’ shift selection, accompanied by a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ‘ON’ illuminated on the instrument cluster with DTC(s) P1C2D03, P1C2D1C, and/or P1C2E92 stored.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 8-SPEED DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION EOP SENSORLESS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT - This bulletin provides information to improve the Electric Oil Pump ‘EOP’ operation logic of the automatic transmission ‘A/T’ on some 2021-2023MY Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles produced from September 9, 2020 through December 29, 2023 and 2021-2023MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from March 24, 2020 to December 18, 2023, equipped with a 2.5L T-GDI Theta III engines and 8-Speed Dual Clutch Transmissions (DCT).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through October 17, 2023. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic.
Campaign / software reference: SC288
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) (SA582) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2023-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a ‘non-responsive’ or ‘inoperative’ radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc.) concern. The affected AVN unit on the vehicles may not respond when pressing the ‘RADIO’ hard key/button on the AVN unit or when selecting the ‘RADIO’ icon on the AVN menu screen. Also, a warning sound accompanied by a ‘Slippery road ahead. Drive carefully’ or ‘Uneven road ahead. Drive carefully’ warning can be displayed on the instrument cluster. The current AVN software causes the warning sound and message to repeat approximately every ten (10) seconds, if the vehicle is not in motion, in ‘PARK’ or driving on even surfaces.
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VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (SC288) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2021-2024 MY K5 vehicles equipped with 1.6L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (GDI) engines to improve the logic in the Electronic Control Module (ECM) to ensure compliance with emissions regulations. Also, the subject vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve will be replaced with a new one.
Campaign / software reference: SC288
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through October 17, 2023. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0/AVN5W SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA569) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on Display Audio 2.0 (D2V) and 5th Generation AVN Wide (AVN5W) head units on certain 2022-2023MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 9). The affected vehicles may experience various concerns related to Apple CarPlay/Android Auto phone projection connectivity.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288) - This bulletin provides information to inspect the fuel evaporative system and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve on certain 2021-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a Gamma II 1.6L T-GDI engine, produced from March 27, 2020 through October 17, 2023. This bulletin also provides information to upgrade the ECU software logic.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC288) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2021-2024 MY K5 vehicles equipped with 1.6L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (GDI) engines to improve the logic in the Electronic Control Module (ECM) to ensure compliance with emissions regulations. Also, the subject vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve will be replaced with a new one.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER (SC288) - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign SC288.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO (SC288) - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2021-2024 MY K5 vehicles equipped with 1.6L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (GDI) engines manufactured from March 27, 2020 through October 17, 2023 to improve the logic in the Electronic Control Module (ECM) to ensure compliance with emissions regulations. Also, the subject vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve will be replaced with a new one.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO (SC288) - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on certain 2021-2024 MY K5 vehicles equipped with 1.6L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (GDI) engines manufactured from March 27, 2020 through October 17, 2023 to improve the logic in the Electronic Control Module (ECM) to ensure compliance with emissions regulations. Also, the subject vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, the fuel tank and/or the Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) check valve will be replaced with a new one.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 4WD COUPLING ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to replace the AWD coupling actuator assembly on some 2021-2024MY Kia AWD models listed on page 4. The affected vehicles may exhibit an inoperative AWD system (also referred to as 4WD) capability concern which may be caused by abnormal wear of the motor brushes inside the actuator assembly. This condition will cause the warning lamps on the instrument cluster to illuminate with stored DTC(s) P195800 and/or P19600.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc. ) concern. The affected AVN unit on the vehicles may not respond when pressing the 'RADIO' hard key/button on the AVN unit or when selecting the 'RADIO' icon on the AVN menu screen.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: TRUNK LID & C-PILLAR GARNISH INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT (SA552) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect the rear trunk lid chrome garnish trim and the C-Pillar(s) chrome garnish trim on certain 2023-2024MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from May 1, 2023 through September 29, 2023, which may be loose due to an insufficient lamination layer.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE SCREEN FREEZING OR MAP DELAY WITH WIRED APPLE CARPLAY - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles to remedy an inaccurate map location, freezing AVN screen, or experiencing a delay when using Google Maps or Waze through wired Apple CarPlay.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: TRUNK LID AND C-PILLAR GARNISH INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT (SA552) - This bulletin provides information to inspect the rear trunk lid chrome garnish trim and the C-Pillar(s) chrome garnish trim on certain 2023MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from May 1, 2023 through September 29, 2023, which may be loose due to an insufficient lamination layer.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: UNEVEN/SLIPPERY ROAD WARNING DISPLAYED ON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a warning sound accompanied by a 'Slippery road ahead. Drive carefully' or 'Uneven road ahead. Drive carefully' warning which is displayed on the instrument cluster. The current AVN software causes the warning sound and message to repeat approximately every ten (10) seconds, if the vehicle is not in motion, in 'PARK' or driving on even surfaces.
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This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc. ) concern. The affected AVN unit on the vehicles may not respond when pressing the 'RADIO' hard key/button on the AVN unit or when selecting the 'RADIO' icon on the AVN menu screen.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 4WD COUPLING ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information to replace the AWD coupling actuator assembly on some 2021-2023MY Kia AWD models listed on page 4. The affected vehicles may exhibit an inoperative AWD system (also referred to as 4WD) capability concern which may be caused by abnormal wear of the motor brushes inside the actuator assembly. This condition will cause the warning lamps on the instrument cluster to illuminate with stored DTC(s) P195800 and/or P19600.
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PITSTOP: AWD SYSTEM CONCERN DUE TO TIRE CIRCUMFERENCE - This Pitstop provides information regarding potential concerns with the All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) system due to tire sizes of differing circumference. Some customers may complain of a chatter sensation felt in the drivetrain of the vehicle and/or the failure of drivetrain component(s). A difference in tire size (width, aspect ratio, construction, rim diameter etc.) may be the cause.
Source components: POWER TRAIN · STEERING · SUSPENSION.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2301) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the software logic of the Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) or Body Control Module (BCM) system on some 2021-2022MY K5 vehicles produced from March 27, 2020 through December 21, 2021, which may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This logic upgrade will add anti-theft ignition start logic to the vehicle's system operation which activates when the vehicle is locked.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC23) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information related to extracting "in use performance tracking" emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in California. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires the emissions data from vehicles with a minimum of 3,000 accumulated miles without reprogramming or resetting. To facilitate collection of this data at the dealer level, KDS screenshots will allow the capture of relevant parameters.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY.
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PITSTOP: COOLANT RESERVOIR OVERFLOW PORT - This Pitstop provides information regarding the presence of engine coolant residue found on the coolant reservoir of some 2021-2023MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles equipped with a 1.6L T-GDI engine. The coolant reservoir on these Kia models was designed with a coolant overflow port located in the rear of the reservoir. During normal vehicle operation, coolant level may rise at or above the overflow port which can seep out of the coolant reservoir, therefore causing coolant to flow out and accumulate around the center seam of the reservoir. This may lead technicians to believe the coolant reservoir is faulty.
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PITSTOP: PRECAUTIONS FOR WET 8-SPEED DCT: This Pitstop provides information related to the replacement of an 8-Speed Wet Dual Clutch Transmission (WDCT) assembly on some 2021-2023MY K5 (DL3a) and Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles, where the High Flow Electric Oil Pump (HF EOP) protective connector cover may NOT be installed on the new/remanufactured WDCT assembly during production or remanufacturing. The HF EOP connector may become contaminated during shipping and/or may become contaminated with oil and/or coolant during installation.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: 8-SPEED DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT) S/W LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA526) - This bulletin supersedes SA502. This bulletin provides information to update the software logic of the A/T system on certain 2022-2023MY K5 (DL3a) and Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles equipped with Theta 2.5L T-GDI engine and 8-Speed DCT. The affected vehicles may exhibit an abnormal shifting condition while driving, due to the amount of clutch oil flow consumption immediately after starting. In some cases, the cluster may display a transmission error message and/or MIL ON with DTC P086800 stored.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: HECU INSPECTION /REPLACEMENT (SC252A/B/C) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to inspect and, if necessary, replace the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) on certain K5 (DL3a) and Telluride (ON) and Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles produced on the dates shown in Table below. The HECU in the subject vehicles may have been produced with a condition that can result in an internal brake fluid leak. If an internal brake fluid leak occurs, the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) light, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) light, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) light, Auto-Hold light and/or Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) light may illuminate, or a Smart Cruise Control (SCC) warning message may appear on the instrument cluster. If this occurs, EPB, ESC and Auto-Hold functions may be disabled
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: HECU INSPECTION /REPLACEMENT (SC252A/B/C) - This bulletin provides information to inspect and, if necessary, replace the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) on certain K5 (DL3a) and Telluride (ON) and Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles produced on the dates shown in Table below. The HECU in the subject vehicles may have been produced with a condition that can result in an internal brake fluid leak. If an internal brake fluid leak occurs, the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) light, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) light, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) light, Auto-Hold light and/or Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) light may illuminate, or a Smart Cruise Control (SCC) warning message may appear on the instrument cluster. If this occurs, EPB, ESC and Auto-Hold functions may be disabled
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE · PARKING BRAKE · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
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VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit ("HECU") in certain 2022-2023 MY K5 vehicles.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE · PARKING BRAKE · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
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VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign (SC252).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE · PARKING BRAKE · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
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VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on the following vehicles: Certain 2022 MY Sorento vehicles manufactured from December 8, 2021 through May 23, 2022. Certain 2022 MY Telluride vehicles manufactured from November 29, 2021 through September 1, 2022. Certain 2022-2023 MY K5 vehicles manufactured from December 7, 2021 through September 12, 2022. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) controls the vehicle's Electronic Parking Brake (EPB), Electronic Stability Control System (ESC), and Auto-Hold features, among other related functions. The HECU in these vehicles may have been produced by the supplier with a condition that can result in an internal brake fluid leak. If an internal brake fluid leak occurs, the vehicle's EPB light, ABS light, ESC light, Auto-Hold light, and/or Forward Collision Avoidance Assist light may illuminate, or a Smart Cruise Control (SCC) warning message may appear on the instrument cluster. If this occurs, EPB, ESC, and Auto Hold functions may be disabled.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE · PARKING BRAKE · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
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VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on the following vehicles: Certain 2022 MY Sorento vehicles manufactured from December 8, 2021 through May 23, 2022. Certain 2022 MY Telluride vehicles manufactured from November 29, 2021 through September 1, 2022. Certain 2022-2023 MY K5 vehicles manufactured from December 7, 2021 through September 12, 2022. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) controls the vehicle's Electronic Parking Brake (EPB), Electronic Stability Control System (ESC), and Auto-Hold features, among other related functions. The HECU in these vehicles may have been produced by the supplier with a condition that can result in an internal brake fluid leak. If an internal brake fluid leak occurs, the vehicle's EPB light, ABS light, ESC light, Auto-Hold light, and/or Forward Collision Avoidance Assist light may illuminate, or a Smart Cruise Control (SCC) warning message may appear on the instrument cluster. If this occurs, EPB, ESC, and Auto Hold functions may be disabled.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE · PARKING BRAKE · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, refer to applicable vehicles in the chart starting on page 2.
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PITSTOP: POTENTIAL LOW OIL PRESSURE DUE TO FILTER DRAIN PLUG THAT WAS LEFT IN FILTER - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Attention Dealership Service Managers, Service and Lube Techs, pay particular attention to this information. This Pitstop provides information regarding potential engine damage if the proper procedures are not followed during an oil change on the vehicles listed above equipped with 2.5L/2.5L-T GDI Theta III engines. Prior to installing: The oil filter service kit should be inspected for missing parts, if any of the parts are missing from the oil filter kit, inspect the oil filter carefully as parts can be dislodged during shipping.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: 8-SPEED DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT) S/W LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA502) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to update the software logic of the A/T system on certain 2021-2023MY K5 (DL3a) and 2021-2022MY Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles equipped with Theta 2.5L T-GDI engine and 8-Speed DCT. The affected vehicles may exhibit an abnormal shifting condition while driving, due to the amount of clutch oil flow consumption immediately after starting. In some cases, the cluster may display a transmission error message and/or MIL ON with DTC P086800 stored.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: 8-SPEED DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT) S/W LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA502) - This bulletin provides information to update the software logic of the A/T system on certain 2021-2023MY K5 (DL3a) and 2021-2022MY Sorento (MQ4a) vehicles equipped with Theta 2.5L T-GDI engine and 8-Speed DCT. The affected vehicles may exhibit an abnormal shifting condition while driving, due to the amount of clutch oil flow consumption immediately after starting. In some cases, the cluster may display a transmission error message and/or MIL ON with DTC P086800 stored.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 8-SPEED WDCT REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS - This bulletin provides information to clear the line pressure information stored in the Transmission Control Module (TCM) prior to replacement of the reman transmission assembly on some 2021MY~ Sorento (MQ4a) and K5 (DL3a) vehicles, equipped with Theta III 2.5 T-GDI engine which may set transmission DTC(s) or have an external/internal leak condition or other concern.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides the procedure to turn OFF the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval reminder alert that will display on the instrument cluster. The KDS is required to change the setting from "Workshop" to "Customer Mode."
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PITSTOP: REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) W/REAR DOOR LOGIC - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides information regarding the Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Rear Door Logic system on all 21MY~ models equipped with this feature. This system is designed to help prevent a rear passenger from being left inside the vehicle when exiting. The "Check Rear Seats" message will display on the cluster when driver opens the front door, if during vehicle operation the rear doors (one or both) were opened and closed.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC23) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting in use performance tracking emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in California. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires the emissions data from vehicles with a minimum of 3,000 accumulated miles without reprogramming or resetting. To facilitate collection of this data at the dealer level, KDS screenshots will allow the capture of relevant parameters.