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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 101–200 of 233, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Dec 1, 2013–Jul 26, 2017.
Back to 2012 Kia SORENTO problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
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NHTSA communication ID: 10115242
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WARRANTY BULLETIN: 2017-09.R4 - SC147 Claims Processing Procedures - This Warranty Bulletin accompanies TSB SC147 Theta II Engine Inspection and/or Replacement and is provided to dealers for specific guidance with claim administration and processing of SC147 warranty claims.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10115242 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10115238
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PARTS BULLLETIN: 20201-0002 (Revision 3.1) - This bulletin provides information related to the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the engine assembly on certain 2011 to 2014 model year Optima, Sorento, and Sportage vehicles.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10115238 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10115244
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CUSTOMER SATISFACTION BULLETIN 2016-06 - RETIRED. SEE WARRANTY BULLETIN 2017-09 (SC147).
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10115244 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116101
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PITSTOP: TPMS SENSOR POSITION - When diagnosing TPMS-related DTCs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. The TPMS positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a KDS.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10116101 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109848
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TSB: REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR HOUSING COVER INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SC148) - VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN - This bulletin provides the procedure on how to inspect, clean and seal or, if necessary, replace the rear wheel speed sensor (WSS) housing covers on certain 2011-2015MY 2WD Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from October 24, 2009 through April 30, 2014, originally retailed and/or currently registered in the coastal states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Texas. If the rear wheel hub comes into contact with a significant amount of seawater, the water can enter the rear wheel speed sensor housing covers and may interrupt the rear wheel speed sensor signal and illuminate the Anti-Lock Braking System (?ABS?) and/or Electronic Stability Control (?ESC?) warning lights in the instrument cluster.
Source components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING · WHEELS.
Source record 10109848 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109873
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TSB: SC149R1 - HALOGEN HEADLAMP LOW BEAM CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT (SC149) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the halogen headlamp low beam connector wiring harnesses on some 2011-2012MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from April 25, 2011 through June 16, 2011. In a limited production of these vehicles, a small number of headlamp connectors may lose electrical contact with a low beam bulb in one of the headlamp assemblies. This condition on the affected headlamp does not affect the other low beam. Also, the high beams continue to function at all times. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to replace the low beam connector wiring harnesses. Before conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10109873 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109846
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SC148OWNER - OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER -Notifying owners that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect, clean, and seal, or if necessary, replace the rear wheel speed sensor housing covers on certain 2011-2015 MY Sorento 2-Wheel Drive (2WD) vehicles originally purchased and/or currently registered in the coastal states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING · WHEELS.
Source record 10109846 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109847
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SC148QA - CAMPAIGN QUESTION AND ANSWERS REGARDING SC148QA
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109847 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109845
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SC148DPSM - DEALER PARTS & SERVICE MANAGER NOTIFICATION LETTER - Notifies dealer principals of a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect, clean, and seal, or if necessary, replace the rear wheel speed sensor housing covers on certain 2011 - 2015 MY Sorento 2-Wheel Drive vehicles originally purchased and/or currently registered in the coastal states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING · WHEELS.
Source record 10109845 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109844
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SC148DP - DEALER PRINCIPAL NOTIFICATION LETTER - Notifies dealer principals of a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect, clean, and seal, or if necessary, replace the rear wheel speed sensor housing covers on certain 2011 - 2015 MY Sorento 2-Wheel Drive vehicles originally purchased and/or currently registered in the coastal states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING · WHEELS.
Source record 10109844 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109871
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SC149OWNER - OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER REGARDING SC149.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109871 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109872
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SC149QA -CAMPAIGN QUESTION AND ANSWER REGARDING SC149.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109872 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109870
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SC149DPSM - DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER NOTIFICATION LETTER - Notifies dealer parts and service managers of a Voluntary Service Campaign to replace the halogen headlamp low beam connector wiring harnesses on certain 2012 MY Sorento vehicles manufactured from April 25, 2011 through June 16, 2011. In a limited production of these vehicles, a small number of headlamp connectors may lose electrical contact with a low beam bulb in one of the headlamp assemblies. This condition on the affected headlamp does not affect the other low beam. Also, the high beams continue to function at all times.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EXTERIOR LIGHTING · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10109870 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109869
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SC149DP - DEALER PRINCIPAL NOTIFICATION LETTER - Notifies dealer principals of a Voluntary Service Campaign to replace the halogen headlamp low beam connector wiring harnesses on certain 2012 MY Sorento vehicles manufactured from April 25, 2011 through June 16, 2011. In a limited production of these vehicles, a small number of headlamp connectors may lose electrical contact with a low beam bulb in one of the headlamp assemblies. This condition on the affected headlamp does not affect the other low beam. Also, the high beams continue to function at all times.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EXTERIOR LIGHTING · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10109869 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109835
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TSB: A/C EVAPORATOR FREEZE-UP DURING EXTENDED DRIVE - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the evaporator temperature sensor of some 2011-2014MY Optima (TF/QF) and 2011-2013MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles ONLY (see production dates on Page 3), which may experience freezing of condensation on the evaporator core and the following A/C performance related concerns below. Do NOT refer to this bulletin or the resistance specifications listed in this bulletin for ANY other models.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10109835 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109855
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TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING - Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the specific model, the HVAC control head monitors ambient temperature and/or cabin humidity to determine which settings will best prevent the windows from fogging. If the system detects lower ambient temperature or higher cabin humidity, the defogging logic may automatically switch ON the A/C, and/or set the air intake mode to Fresh Air. If the user changes these settings, the defogging logic will take control again after 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the procedure in this publication.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER · VISIBILITY.
Source record 10109855 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109817
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TSB: SC141 - SERVICE CAMPAIGN - APPLICATION OF ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL - To improve customer satisfaction, Kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 2011-2014MY Sorento, 2011-2014MY Optima and Optima Hybrid, 2011-2014MY Sportage, and 2010-2013MY Forte and Forte Koup vehicles originally sold or currently registered in one of the 28 states where heavy amounts of road salt are used. The 28 states where heavy amounts of road salt are used are: AK, CT, DC, DE, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SD, UT, VT, WI and WV.
Source components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS.
Source record 10109817 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109812
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TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.? It is critical for technicians to be aware that ALL such locking fasteners, regardless of type, are for ?one time use? only.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL.
Source record 10109812 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109878
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SC141 - SORENTO OWNER LETTER - Dear Kia Sorento Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 2011-2014 MY Sorento vehicles that were originally sold in or are currently registered in the states where heavy amounts of road salt are used.
Source components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS.
Source record 10109878 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109874
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TSB: SC141 - SERVICE CAMPAIGN - APPLICATION OF ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL - To improve customer satisfaction, Kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 2011-2014MY Sorento, 2011-2014MY Optima and Optima Hybrid, 2011-2014MY Sportage, and 2010-2013MY Forte and Forte Koup vehicles originally sold or currently registered in one of the 28 states where heavy amounts of road salt are used. The 28 states where heavy amounts of road salt are used are: AK, CT, DC, DE, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SD, UT, VT, WI and WV.
Source components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS.
Source record 10109874 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109877
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN SC141 ? UNDERBODY ? ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION TREATMENT
Source components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS.
Source record 10109877 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109876
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SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: SC141 - SERVICE CAMPAIGN - Attention: All Kia Service Managers - Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 2011-2014 MY Sorento, 2011-2014 MY Optima and Optima Hybrid, 2011-2014 MY Sportage, and 2010-2013 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles originally retailed or currently registered in one of the 28 states where heavy amounts of road salt are used.
Source components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS.
Source record 10109876 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109875
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DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO: SC141 - SERVICE CAMPAIGN - Attention: All Kia Dealer Principals - Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 2011-2014 MY Sorento, 2011-2014 MY Optima and Optima Hybrid, 2011-2014 MY Sportage, and 2010-2013 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles originally retailed or currently registered in one of the 28 states where heavy amounts of road salt are used.
Source components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS.
Source record 10109875 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109774
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TSB: ECU UPGRADE ? MIL ON WITH DTC(s) P0420/P0171 - This bulletin provides information related to the ECU software upgrade for some 2012~2015MY Optima (QF) vehicles, produced from August 12, 2011 to October 2, 2015, some 2012~2015MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from April 19, 2011 to December 11, 2014, some 2011~2015MY Optima (TF) vehicles, produced from August 12, 2010 to July 23, 2015, and some 2014~2016MY Sportage (SL) vehicles, produced from September 30, 2013 to November 16, 2015, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated with the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) system-related DTC(s): P0420 and possibly P0171. This concern occurs most commonly during prolonged engine braking while descending a steep grade.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE.
Source record 10109774 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109777
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TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.?
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.
Source record 10109777 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109788
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TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION - This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109788 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109683
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TSB: ECU UPGRADE ? MIL ON WITH DTC(s) P0420/P0171 - This bulletin provides information related to the ECU software upgrade for some 2012~2015MY Optima (QF) vehicles, produced from August 12, 2011 to October 2, 2015, some 2012~2015MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from April 19, 2011 to December 11, 2014, some 2011~2015MY Optima (TF) vehicles, produced from August 12, 2010 to July 23, 2015, and some 2014~2016MY Sportage (SL) vehicles, produced from September 30, 2013 to November 16, 2015, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated with the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) system-related DTC(s): P0420 and possibly P0171. This concern occurs most commonly during prolonged engine braking while descending a steep grade.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE.
Source record 10109683 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10090945
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PITSTOP: HVAC RECEIVER/DRYER - DESICCANT REPLACEMENT - IN THE EVENT OF A HVAC SYSTEM CONCERN IN WHICH METAL PARTICLES OR SHARDS HAVE CONTAMINATED THE SYSTEM, THE DESICCANT OR THE ENTIRE A/C RECEIVER/DRYER ASSEMBLY MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS DUE TO THE FACT THAT IT MAY BE IMPOSSIBLE TO REMOVE ALL METAL CONTAMINANTS FROM THE RECEIVER/DRYER DURING THE A/C FLUSHING PROCEDURE. REFER TO THE INCLUDED TABLE FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON COMPONENT REPLACEMENT BY MODEL. IF YOU SUSPECT A PLUGGED EXPANSION VALVE, THE INLET SCREENS CAN BE CLEANED. IF THE VALVE IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN INLET SCREEN AND IS RESTRICTED, THE EXPANSION VALVE MAY ALSO NEED TO BE REPLACED.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10090945 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10090120
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OWNER LETTER: WTY008 - 2012-2014 MY SORENTO 2.4L GDI ENGINE WARRANTY EXTENSION - DEAR KIA SORENTO VEHICLE OWNER: KIA MOTORS AMERICA TAKES PRIDE IN PROVIDING YOU WITH HIGH QUALITY AND DEPENDABLE VEHICLES. IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN THESE STANDARDS, KIA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE, TO ALL OWNERS, FOR THE ENGINES SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY ON 2012-2014 MY SORENTO 2.4L GDI ENGINE TO 10 YEARS STARTING FROM THE DATE OF FIRST SERVICE OR 120,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. THE SHORT BLOCK CONSISTS OF THE ENGINE BLOCK, CRANKSHAFT AND BEARINGS, CONNECTING RODS AND BEARINGS AND PISTONS. THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION ADDRESSES ISSUES WITH CONNECTING ROD WEAR WHICH RESULTS IN KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE ENGINE. THE KNOCKING NOISE INCREASES IN FREQUENCY AS THE ENGINE RPM INCREASES. IF THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO BE DRIVEN WITH A WORN CONNECTING ROD BEARING, THE BEARING CAN FAIL AND MAY RESULT IN ENGINE FAILURE.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10090120 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10090119
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REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM: WTY008 - 2012-2014 MY SORENTO 2.4L GDI ENGINE WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM - IF YOU HAVE PAID TO HAVE YOUR ENGINE REPAIRED/REPLACED DUE TO CONNECTING ROD FAILURE, YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR REIMBURSEMENT FOR SOME OR ALL OF THAT EXPENSE. MAIL THIS COMPLETED REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM TO KIA, ALONG WITH DOCUMENTATION SPECIFIED BELOW, FOR REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC., P.O. BOX 52410, IRVINE, CA 92619-2410, 1-800-333-4542
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10090119 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10090117
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DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: WTY008 - 2012-2014 MY SORENTO 2.4L GDI ENGINE - EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY COVERAGE OF THE KIA NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY (ENGINE BLOCK, CRANKSHAFT AND BEARINGS, CONNECTING RODS AND BEARINGS AND PISTONS) ON 2012-2014 MY SORENTO 2.4L GDI ENGINE TO 10 YEARS STARTING FROM THE DATE OF FIRST SERVICE OR 120,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE VEHICLE OWNER IS AN ORIGINAL OR SUBSEQUENT VEHICLE OWNER. THE PURPOSE OF THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION IS TO ADDRESS ISSUES WITH CONNECTING ROD AND BEARING WEAR THAT CAN LEAD TO ENGINE FAILURE.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10090117 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10094565
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WARRANTY BULLETIN: WTY003 - 2011-2015 MY SORENTO DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY WARRANTY EXTENSION (WTY003) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE REPLACEMENT OF THE DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY ON THE 2011-2015 MY SORENTO VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM 10/24/2009 THROUGH 12/17/2014. THE CLOCK SPRING IS AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WHICH ROTATES WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TO MAINTAIN PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE AIRBAG UNIT. KIAS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO ILLUMINATE THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WHEN ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE INCREASES, WHICH CAN BE CONTRIBUTED TO BY USAGE PATTERNS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS. ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ADVISES THE DRIVER TO HAVE THE SYSTEM INSPECTED AND REPAIRED. IF CONTINUED TO BE USED WITHOUT REPAIR, THE DRIVERS AIRBAG MAY EVENTUALLY NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL IMPACT. KIA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY ON THE 2011-2015 MY SORENTO VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM 10/24/2009 THROUGH 12/17/2014, TO FIFTEEN (15) YEARS WITH UNLIMITED MILEAGE, STARTING FROM THE DATE OF FIRST SERVICE. THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION ADDRESSES FAILURES OF THE DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING AS REPORTED BY SOME VEHICLE OWNERS, AS WELL AS THE DIAGNOSIS OF ANY CONCERNS RELATED TO THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT.
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10094565 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10094570
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OWNER LETTER: WTY003 - DEAR KIA SORENTO OWNER: KIA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY TO 15 YEARS WITH UNLIMITED MILEAGE, STARTING FROM THE DATE OF FIRST SERVICE. THE CLOCKSPRING IS AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WHICH ROTATES WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TO MAINTAIN PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE AIRBAG UNIT. KIAS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO ILLUMINATE THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WHEN ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE INCREASES, WHICH CAN BE CONTRIBUTED TO BY USAGE PATTERNS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS. ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT, ADVISES YOU TO HAVE THE SYSTEM INSPECTED AND REPAIRED. IF CONTINUED TO BE USED WITHOUT REPAIR, THE DRIVERS AIRBAG MAY EVENTUALLY NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL IMPACT.
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10094570 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10094571
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Q AND A: WTY003 - 2011-2015 MY SORENTO DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY KIA NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION Q & A
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10094571 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10094569
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DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: WTY003 - KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY ON THE 2011-2015 MY SORENTO VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM 10/24/2009 THROUGH 12/17/2014, TO FIFTEEN (15) YEARS WITH UNLIMITED MILEAGE, STARTING FROM THE DATE OF FIRST SERVICE. THE CLOCK SPRING IS AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WHICH ROTATES WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TO MAINTAIN PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE AIRBAG UNIT. KIAS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO ILLUMINATE THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WHEN ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE INCREASES, WHICH CAN BE CONTRIBUTED TO BY USAGE PATTERNS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS. ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ADVISES THE DRIVER TO HAVE THE SYSTEM INSPECTED AND REPAIRED. IF CONTINUED TO BE USED WITHOUT REPAIR, THE DRIVERS AIRBAG MAY EVENTUALLY NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL IMPACT.
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10094569 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10094568
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REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM: WTY003 - IF YOU HAVE PAID TO HAVE THE AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY REPLACED, YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR REIMBURSEMENT FOR SOME OR ALL OF THAT EXPENSE. MAIL THIS COMPLETED REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM TO KIA, ALONG WITH DOCUMENTATION SPECIFIED BELOW, FOR REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION AT THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC., P.O. BOX 52410, IRVINE, CA 92619-2410
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10094568 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10094567
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DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO: WTY003 - KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY ON 2011-2015 MY SORENTO VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM 10/24/2009 THROUGH 12/17/2014, TO FIFTEEN (15) YEARS WITH UNLIMITED MILEAGE, STARTING FROM THE DATE OF FIRST SERVICE. THE CLOCK SPRING IS AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WHICH ROTATES WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TO MAINTAIN PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE AIRBAG UNIT. THIS WARRANTY EXTENSION ADDRESSES FAILURES OF THE DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING AS REPORTED BY SOME VEHICLE OWNERS, AS WELL AS THE DIAGNOSIS OF ANY CONCERNS RELATED TO THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT.
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10094567 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089307
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TSB: AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE REPLACEMENT OF THE CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY ON 2011MY 2015MY SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES. IF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON WITH ANY OF THE DTCS LISTED BELOW, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE.
Source components: AIR BAGS · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10089307 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10183431
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TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units that may be related to the use of aftermarket USB charging cables, including; * Electrical interference and limited or no functionality when attempting to play music, or when charging a device through the USB port * Excessive static or noise when listening to the audio source * Malfunctions and screen freeze of the head unit screen * Slow down of the system response while device is plugged in * Music will not play from iPhone 5 or 6 with Kia iPod cable and aftermarket adapter * No or limited functionality when trying to play music from an Apple device
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10183431 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10080084
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TSB: REAR VIEW CAMERA DIAGNOSIS/REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO DIAGNOSE AND/OR REPLACE THE REAR VIEW CAMERA OF SOME KIA VEHICLES (SEE TABLE ON PG. 6 FOR SPECIFIC MODELS AND PRODUCTION DATES) WHICH MAY EXHIBIT INADEQUATE IMAGE QUALITY FROM THE REAR VIEW CAMERA. DIAGNOSE THE CONCERNS USING THE INFORMATION IN THIS BULLETIN AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE REAR VIEW CAMERA WITH AN IMPROVED PART BY FOLLOWING THE APPLICABLE SERVICE PROCEDURE ON KGIS.
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM.
Source record 10080084 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10088983
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TSB: KDS - AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) - THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA AUDIO HEAD UNITS USING A GDS, AND NOW, THE SAME FUNCTIONALITY IS AVAILABLE ON KDS. SOME TECHNICIANS MAY NOT BE AWARE OF THE BENEFITS THE AUM TOOL HAS TO OFFER. THE AUM ELIMINATES THE NEED FOR MULTIPLE USB FLASH DRIVES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS AND APPLICATIONS WHICH, IF MISAPPLIED, MAY RESULT IN AN IMPROPER AUDIO SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE AND/OR LOCKED UP HEAD UNIT. ADDITIONALLY, FIELD REPORTS HAVE INDICATED THAT USB DRIVES FOR AUDIO UPDATES ARE EASILY LOST OR MISPLACED.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10088983 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089353
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TSB: 2WD HUB/REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL HUBS OF SOME OF SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM JOB #1 THROUGH APRIL 4TH, 2012, WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) (C1206 ~ C1211) DUE TO POSSIBLE WATER INTRUSION INTO THE REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR.
Source components: WHEELS:HUB.
Source record 10089353 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116821
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TSB: IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE - Identifying Head Unit Software Version For Direct Exchange (ELE091) (Rev 1) - This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. This procedure will now be required when ordering head units through the Direct Exchange Program (see Parts Bulletin 91-961-0005).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10116821 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089382
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TSB: 6-SPD. A/T ADAPTIVE VALUE RESET /RELEARN - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET AND RELEARN THE ADAPTIVE VALUES AFTER TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT OR REPROGRAMMING/REPLACEMENT OF THE PCM/TCM. AFTER THE ADAPTIVE VALUES ARE RESET, THE TRANSMISSION COMPUTER ADAPTIVE VALUES MUST BE RELEARNED BY DRIVING IN A PRECISE MANNER TO TEACH THE COMPUTER THE PROPER SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE FOR THE NEW TRANSMISSION/COMPUTER COMBINATION.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10089382 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10092132
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TSB: NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT SD CARD REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE SD CARD EXCHANGE/REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE RELATED TO ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY NEW MODELS (DURING PDI INSPECTION OR AT THE POINT OF PURCHASE) OR COMPATIBILITY MISMATCHES THAT OCCUR AFTER HEAD UNIT REPLACEMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS PROGRAM.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10092132 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089742
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TSB: NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT SD CARD REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE SD CARD EXCHANGE/REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE RELATED TO ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY NEW MODELS (DURING PDI INSPECTION OR AT THE POINT OF PURCHASE) OR COMPATIBILITY MISMATCHES THAT OCCUR AFTER HEAD UNIT REPLACEMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS PROGRAM.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10089742 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10092136
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TSB: SECOND ROW SEAT INOPERATIVE OR DIFFICULT TO RELEASE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO SOME 2011-2013MY SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM OCTOBER 26, 2009 TO NOVEMBER 5, 2012, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN RELATED TO THE SECOND ROW SEATS BEING INOPERATIVE OR DIFFICULT TO RELEASE. IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT SOME AMOUNT OF EFFORT IS REQUIRED TO FOLD THE 2ND ROW SEATS. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, FOLLOW THE SERVICE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS TSB.
Source components: SEATS · SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10092136 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089743
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TSB: SECOND ROW SEAT INOPERATIVE OR DIFFICULT TO RELEASE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO SOME 2011-2013MY SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM OCTOBER 26, 2009 TO NOVEMBER 5, 2012, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN RELATED TO THE SECOND ROW SEATS BEING INOPERATIVE OR DIFFICULT TO RELEASE. IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT SOME AMOUNT OF EFFORT IS REQUIRED TO FOLD THE 2ND ROW SEATS. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, FOLLOW THE SERVICE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS TSB.
Source components: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10089743 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10092142
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TSB: DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MOTOR REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO SOME SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM JANUARY 28, 2010 THROUGH MAY 16, 2011, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERABLE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW. TO CORRECT THIS CONCERN, REPLACE THE POWER WINDOW MOTOR BY FOLLOWING THE SERVICE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS BULLETIN.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS.
Source record 10092142 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089746
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TSB: DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW MOTOR REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO SOME SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM JANUARY 28, 2010 THROUGH MAY 16, 2011, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERABLE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW. TO CORRECT THIS CONCERN, REPLACE THE POWER WINDOW MOTOR BY FOLLOWING THE SERVICE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS BULLETIN.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS.
Source record 10089746 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10092147
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TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT MULTIPLE DTCS - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE REPLACEMENT OF VARIOUS SHIFT SOLENOIDS ON 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES WITH DTCS P0741, P0743, P0748, P0753, P0758, P0763, P0768, P0773, P1778 AND P2709. REPLACE THE SOLENOIDS IF CURRENT OR HISTORY CODES ARE PRESENT; DO NOT REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE. TO REDUCE VEHICLE REPAIR TIME, THIS PROCEDURE CAN BE PERFORMED WITH THE TRANSAXLE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE. REFER TO KGIS FOR SOLENOID PACK REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR THE SPECIFIC YEAR AND MODEL OF THE VEHICLE.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10092147 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089761
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TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT MULTIPLE DTCS - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE REPLACEMENT OF VARIOUS SHIFT SOLENOIDS ON 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES WITH DTCS P0741, P0743, P0748, P0753, P0758, P0763, P0768, P0773, P1778 AND P2709. REPLACE THE SOLENOIDS IF CURRENT OR HISTORY CODES ARE PRESENT; DO NOT REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE. TO REDUCE VEHICLE REPAIR TIME, THIS PROCEDURE CAN BE PERFORMED WITH THE TRANSAXLE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE. REFER TO KGIS FOR SOLENOID PACK REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION PROCEDURES FOR THE SPECIFIC YEAR AND MODEL OF THE VEHICLE.
Source components: POWER TRAIN · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).
Source record 10089761 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089987
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PITSTOP: SMART PEDAL FEATURE - THE SMART PEDAL IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (EMS) FUNCTIONALITY WHICH MONITORS AND PREVENTS THE SIMULTANEOUS ACTIVATION OF ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDALS. WHEN ENGAGED, THE FEATURE REDUCES ENGINE POWER TO IDLE. MOST CUSTOMERS WILL NEVER NOTICE THE SMART PEDAL FEATURE WHEN ACTIVE, HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS WHO TEND TO REST THEIR FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE DRIVING MIGHT DESCRIBE A HESITATION OR DELAY SYMPTOM AND NOT REALIZE THAT THE EMS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE IS INTERVENING, AS DESIGNED.
Source components: ENGINE · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Source record 10089987 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089950
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TSB: AWD SYSTEM HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR OF SOME ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) EQUIPPED 2011~2016MY SPORTAGE (SL) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM MAY 6, 2010 THROUGH FEBRUARY 19, 2013 AND SOME AWD EQUIPPED 2011~2015MY SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM OCTOBER 24, 2009 THROUGH DECEMBER 11, 2014, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE AWD SYSTEM WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND DTCS P1820/1821/1822/1823/1824 (ACTIVE OR IN HISTORY). TO CORRECT THIS CONCERN, REPLACE THE AFFECTED HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR BY REFERRING TO THE APPLICABLE SERVICE PROCEDURE ON KGIS.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10089950 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10058121
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KIA 2011-2016 MY SPORTAGE : THE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR ON CERTAIN ALL-WHEEL DRIVE EQUIPPED SPORTAGE VEHICLES, WILL EXHIBIT AN INOPERATIVE AWD SYSTEM WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP. *LJ
Source components: PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:ACTUATOR.
Source record 10058121 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10092100
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PITSTOP: BLUETOOTH® ISSUES AFTER IPHONE® IOS 8 SOFTWARE UPDATE - THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO POSSIBLE BLUETOOTH CONCERNS WHEN USING AN IPHONE® WITH IOS 8.X (IOS 8, 8.0.1, 8.0.2, 8.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, ETC.) WHILE PAIRED TO A HEAD UNIT.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10092100 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10092104
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PITSTOP: NAVIGATION HEADUNIT AND SD CARD COMPATIBILITY - THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION IN REGARDS TO POSSIBLE COMPATIBILITY ISSUES BETWEEN NAVIGATION HEAD UNITS AND SD CARDS WHEN REPLACING HEAD UNITS FOR MULTIMEDIA ISSUES. IF AFTER REPLACING A NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT THE ORIGINAL SD CARD DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY, FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW TO DIAGNOSE THE ISSUE:
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10092104 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089786
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TSB: VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: ECM UPGRADE - MIL ON WITH DTC P0087 (SC114) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO AN ECM SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) IN CERTAIN 2012~2014MY SORENTO, 2012~2013MY OPTIMA, AND 2012~2013MY SPORTAGE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.4L AND 2.0L TURBO GDI ENGINES. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ENGINES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION (GDI) SYSTEM THAT UTILIZES A FLOW CONTROL VALVE (FCV) TO CONTROL THE SUPPLY OF FUEL. THE FCV NEEDLE MAY EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE WEAR, EVENTUALLY RESULTING IN IMPAIRMENT OF FUEL FLOW. IF THAT HAPPENS, AND TO PROTECT THE ENGINE, THE ECU MAY REDUCE ENGINE ACCELERATION WHILE ILLUMINATING THE CHECK ENGINE OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). THE ECU UPDATE WILL IMPROVE THE DURABILITY AND OPERATION OF THE FCV NEEDLE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE.
Source record 10089786 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089790
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OWNER LETTER: DEAR KIA SORENTO OWNER: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO UPDATE THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) IN CERTAIN 2012-2014 MY SORENTO VEHICLES WHICH COULD OTHERWISE EXPERIENCE A DECREASE IN ACCELERATION ACCOMPANIED BY THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 10089790 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089793
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Q AND A: SC114 ECU UPDATE MIL ON WITH DTC P0087 / VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN Q&A
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 10089793 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089789
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DEALER SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: ATTENTION: ALL KIA SERVICE MANAGERS - KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. WILL BE CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO UPDATE THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) IN CERTAIN 2012-2014 MY SORENTO, 2012-2013 MY OPTIMA, AND 2012-2013 MY SPORTAGE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.4L AND 2.0L TURBO GDI ENGINES. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ENGINES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION (GDI) SYSTEM THAT UTILIZES A FLOW CONTROL VALVE (FCV) TO CONTROL THE SUPPLY OF FUEL. THE FCV NEEDLE MAY EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE WEAR, EVENTUALLY RESULTING IN IMPAIRMENT OF FUEL FLOW. IF THAT HAPPENS, AND TO PROTECT THE ENGINE, THE ECU MAY REDUCE ENGINE ACCELERATION WHILE ILLUMINATING THE CHECK ENGINE OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). THE ECU UPDATE WILL IMPROVE THE DURABILITY AND OPERATION OF THE FCV NEEDLE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 10089789 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089784
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TSB: A/C EVAPORATOR FREEZE-UP DURING EXTENDED DRIVE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR OF SOME OPTIMA (TF/QF) AND SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES (SEE PRODUCTION DATES ON PAGE 3), WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE FREEZING OF CONDENSATION ON THE EVAPORATOR CORE AND THE FOLLOWING A/C PERFORMANCE RELATED CONCERNS.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10089784 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089900
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TSB-CHA042 IS CLOSED AS OF 1/12/2015. REFER TO CHA051.
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT.
Source record 10089900 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089901
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TSB: COMBINED TSB / SERVICE ACTION: FRONT STRUT BEARING REPLACEMENT (SA178) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE FRONT STRUT BEARINGS ON SOME 2011- 2013MY SORENTO (XMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM OCTOBER 26, 2009 THROUGH JANUARY 21, 2013, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT A CREAKING NOISE EMANATING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL QUICKLY, AT SLOW SPEEDS. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, REPLACE THE FRONT STRUT BEARING BY FOLLOWING THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS BULLETIN.
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT.
Source record 10089901 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10090179
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TSB: UVO UPGRADE RIO (UB), SPORTAGE (SL), SOUL (AM), OPTIMA (QF) AND SORENTO (XMA) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE UVO SYSTEM ON ALL 2012MY RIO (UB), SPORTAGE (SL), SOUL (AM), OPTIMA (QF) AND SORENTO (XM) VEHICLES.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10090179 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10090187
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TSB: REAR VIEW CAMERA DIAGNOSIS/REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO DIAGNOSE AND/OR REPLACE THE REAR VIEW CAMERA OF SOME KIA VEHICLES (SEE TABLE BELOW FOR SPECIFIC MODELS AND PRODUCTION DATES) WHICH MAY EXHIBIT INADEQUATE IMAGE QUALITY FROM THE REAR VIEW CAMERA.
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM.
Source record 10090187 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057239
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KIA OPTIMA /SORENTO: 2012-2014 REAR VIEW CAMERA REQUIRES REPLACEMENT ON SPECIFIC MODELS. *LJ
Source components: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES.
Source record 10057239 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109783
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TSB: SECOND ROW SEAT INOPERATIVE OR DIFFICULT TO RELEASE - This bulletin provides information related to some 2011-2013MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from October 26, 2009 to November 5, 2012, which may exhibit a concern related to the second row seats being inoperative or difficult to release.
Source components: SEATS · SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10109783 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109758
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TSB: DRIVER?S SIDE POWER SEAT TRIM COVER REPLACEMENT AND WASHER RELOCATION - This bulletin provides information about some 2011~12MY Sorento models produced before November 1, 2011 that may experience a loose or disengaged driver?s side seat outer trim cover from the mounting bracket assembly.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · SEATS.
Source record 10109758 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109760
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PITSTOP: XM 2.4L GDI MIL ON WITH DTC ? P0269 - On some 2012-2015MY Sorento (XM) equipped with 2.4L GDI engines, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate with the ECM system-related DTC P0269. To correct this concern, replace the fuel injector in cylinder number three (3) by referring to the Service Information on KGIS.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS.
Source record 10109760 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109673
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PITSTOP: RESETTING CYLINDER BALANCE ADAPTATION VALUES - When addressing a cylinder balance concern on a vehicle equipped with a 2.4L GDI engine, it is important to note that the DTC may recur after replacement of any faulty component(s) and resetting adaptive values. See this Article for information on resetting cylinder balance adaptation values.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10109673 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109668
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PITSTOP: HORN ANSWER BACK OR PARKING LAMPS INOP WHEN LOCKING DOORS WITH RKE/SMK FOB - When addressing a customer complaint related to an inoperative parking light confirmation flash, and/or audible answer back when locking the vehicle with the RKE/SMK fob, ensure each door lock position switch (viewable in BCM > Current Data) is displaying the appropriate status and the pad-lid switch (hood switch depressor) is in place on the hood.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.
Source record 10109668 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109662
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Q AND A - SC106 - 2011-2013 MY SORENTO ECM LOGIC UPGRADE VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109662 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109661
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OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER: Dear Kia Sorento Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to reprogram the Engine Control Module in certain 2011-2013 model year Sorento vehicles.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109661 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109660
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DEALER SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: Attention: All Kia Service Managers - Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to upgrade the Engine Control Module (?ECM?) logic on certain 2011-2013 MY Kia Sorento vehicles equipped with the 3.5 liter engine and an alternator supplied by Remy.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109660 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109659
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DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO: ATTENTION: KIA DEALER PRINCIPALS - Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain 2011-2013 MY Sorento vehicles with the 3.5 liter engine, to upgrade the Engine Control Module (?ECM?) Logic.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109659 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109651
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VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN - ECM LOGIC UPGRADE ? SORENTO (XMA) 3.5L MPI (SC106) - This bulletin provides information related to an upgrade of the ECM software on some 2011~2013MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from July 12, 2010 through January 31, 2013. During a specific set of operating conditions, it is possible under rare circumstances when braking and bringing the vehicle to a stop, for the engine to also stop.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10109651 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109652
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TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ? DTC P0741 - This bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of the Damper Clutch (D/C) Solenoid on 6-speed automatic transaxles with DTC P0741 (active or history), instead of replacing the transaxle. To reduce vehicle repair time, this procedure can be performed with the transaxle installed in the vehicle.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10109652 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109655
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PIT STOP: GDI INJECTOR SPRAY TIP DEPOSITS - A design feature of vehicles equipped with a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. Therefore, it is completely normal for the combustion process to create deposits on the injector spray tip surfaces.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS.
Source record 10109655 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060112
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10060112 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109631
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TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL FOR HOOD RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL - This bulletin provides information related to the introduction of a new Special Service Tool (SST) (A) developed to prevent the hood release lever pivot point (B) from being damaged when removing the hood release lever. Follow the instructions included in this bulletin to properly remove the hood release lever using the new SST.
Source components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH · STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD.
Source record 10109631 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109644
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TECH TIP: Difficulty Programming SMK - Process to troubleshoot difficulty programming SMK because the vehicle won?t power up.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10109644 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060213
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10060213 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060208
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.
Source record 10060208 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109622
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TSB: FRONT STRUT AND DUST COVER REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides the procedure for replacing the front struts and dust covers on some 2011-2013MY Sorento (XM) vehicles, produced from October 26, 2009 through January 21, 2013, which may exhibit a condition related to oil leakage and/or noise emanating from the front struts.
Source components: SUSPENSION · SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT.
Source record 10109622 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060111
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT.
Source record 10060111 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109730
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TSB: 3.5 L MPI - COLD ENGINE START-UP CHATTER - This bulletin provides information related to some 2011-2013MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, equipped with the 3.5 L engine and produced from October 26, 2009 to July 14, 2012, which may exhibit a concern related to unusually loud engine chatter during initial start-up after sitting for several hours.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10109730 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109734
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TECH TIP: TECH TIP: DTC P0455 on Sorento(XMa) - Test the functionality of the PSV (purge solenoid valve) and monitor EVAP test results / CARB readiness monitors and replace / repair, as necessary.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL.
Source record 10109734 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109733
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TECH TIP: Passenger seat not as warm as the driver?s seat - There will be a difference in temperature between the RH and LH cushions. The same heaters are used in the cushions of both seats, but the RH cushion has a body sensor mat applied over the heater, resulting in less heat reaching the front passenger.
Source components: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER.
Source record 10109733 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060207
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10060207 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060138
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10060138 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060202
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Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10060202 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109723
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TECH TIP: Oil Leak in Rear Main Seal Area - Most oil leaks on this engine are found in the top of the engine, under the intake manifold. In some cases, oil may leak from the filter housings where they mate with the block, or from the oil pressure switch.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10109723 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109722
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TECH TIP: Finding the correct wiring diagram for reverse input into audio head unit - If this vehicle is equipped with Navigation, then see wiring diagram for ?Back-Up Lamps? and you will see the Back-Up input into the audio unit. Also verify the reverse lamps operate as one of your first checks.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10109722 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109721
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TECH TIP: DTC P200A returns after VCMA replacement and reflash procedure - Test the vehicle battery with the GR8. If the battery fails the test then it should be replaced and the VCMA relearn procedure should be performed with the GDS.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10109721 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10109720
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TECH TIP: Module 2 Fuse Blows Intermittently - In some cases, this may result from chaffed wiring harnesses in the driver?s seat. Inspect the harness near the right side of the driver?s seat track assembly.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10109720 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060194
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Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10060194 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060193
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Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10060193 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060189
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Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10060189 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10060285
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Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10060285 at NHTSA