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2017 Kia SORENTO
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 3

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 201–241 of 241, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: May 12, 2015–Sep 8, 2017.

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Sep 8, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBENG159R2

NHTSA communication ID: 10119120

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB - E-CVVT COVER AND MOTOR PLUG REPLACEMENT - REVISED - This bulletin provides information about the replacement of the E-CVVT cover and motor plug on some 2016MY Optima (JFa), produced from August 29, 2015 to June 14, 2016, and 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from October 27, 2014 to June 14, 2016, which may exhibit a MIL ON with DTC P001000 and/or oil leakage in the E-CVVT motor plug of applicable vehicle models equipped with 2.4L GDI or 2.0 T-GDI engines.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL.

Source record 10119120 at NHTSA
Sep 7, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBENG162R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10119122

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB - DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC17) - Revised - 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.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10119122 at NHTSA
Jul 21, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBELE131R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10115239

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: VOLTAGE REGULATOR PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT (SA278) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to increase the torque on the voltage regulator screws on some 2017MY Sorento (UMa), produced from October 3, 2016 to January 24, 2017, and 2017MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, produced from October 3, 2016 to January 26, 2017, which may experience low battery voltage or a no-start condition.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10115239 at NHTSA
Jun 27, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS474

NHTSA communication ID: 10116101

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 NHTSA
Jun 14, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBBOD169R2

NHTSA communication ID: 10116112

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: PANORAMIC SUNSHADE ROLLER GUIDE ADJUSTMENT (SA291A) - This bulletin provides the procedure to adjust the panoramic sunshade roller guide on some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from November 16, 2016 to February 3, 2017, which may experience a slow sunshade operation or squeak noise when the sunshade is reaching the closed position. The concern is caused by interference of the sunshade to the roller guides. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to adjust the sunshade roller guide. Sunroof assembly replacement is not required to repair this condition.

Source components: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10116112 at NHTSA
Jun 7, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBENG162

NHTSA communication ID: 10116117

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC17) - 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: ENGINE.

Source record 10116117 at NHTSA
May 15, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBBOD169R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10109861

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: PANORAMIC SUNSHADE ROLLER GUIDE ADJUSTMENT (SA291)- This bulletin provides the procedure to adjust the panoramic sunshade roller guide on some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from November 16, 2016 to February 3, 2017, which may experience a slow sunshade operation or squeak noise when the sunshade is reaching the closed position. The concern is caused by interference of the sunshade to the roller guides. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to adjust the sunshade roller guide.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10109861 at NHTSA
May 1, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS498

NHTSA communication ID: 10109858

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

PITSTOP: ANTI-CONDENSATION LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING - Some Kia vehicles starting with 2016MY and all Kia vehicles, after and including 2017MY, incorporate an anti-condensation logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. The HVAC control head in these vehicles monitors ambient temperature to determine which settings will best prevent the windows from fogging. If the system detects lower ambient temperature (about 60°F or below), the anti-condensation logic may automatically set the air intake mode to FRESH, depending on the other HVAC settings. The anti-condensation logic is also designed to ensure that air intake mode is set to FRESH, as long as all conditions are met. If the user changes the air intake to RECIRCULATION, the anti-condensation logic will take control again after 5 minutes, and change the air intake mode back to FRESH. If this results in an undesired operation, the logic may be enabled or disabled by following the procedure below.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER · VISIBILITY.

Source record 10109858 at NHTSA
Apr 13, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-ELE131

NHTSA communication ID: 10109838

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: VOLTAGE REGULATOR PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT (SA278) - This bulletin provides the procedure to increase the torque on the voltage regulator screws on some 2017MY Sorento (UMa), produced from October 3, 2016 to January 24, 2017, and 2017MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, produced from October 3, 2016 to January 26, 2017, which may experience low battery voltage or a no-start condition. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to increase the two (2) screws? torque on the voltage regulator. Before conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.

Source record 10109838 at NHTSA
Mar 23, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-ENG159R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10109850

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: E-CVVT COVER AND MOTOR PLUG REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information about the replacement of the E-CVVT cover and motor plug on some 2016MY Optima (JF/JFa), produced from August 29, 2015 to June 14, 2016, 2017MY Sportage (QL) vehicles, produced from December 10, 2015 to June 15, 2016, and 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa), produced from October 27, 2014 to June 14, 2016, which may exhibit a MIL ON with DTC P001000 and/or oil leakage in the E-CVVT motor plug of applicable vehicle models equipped with 2.4L GDI or 2.0 T-GDI engines.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10109850 at NHTSA
Mar 21, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS493

NHTSA communication ID: 10109855

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 NHTSA
Mar 8, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-ELE106

NHTSA communication ID: 10109826

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACEMENT, SOFWARE UPGRADE AND MILEAGE SETTING - This bulletin provides the procedure to perform a software upgrade and mileage setting on 2015MY~ Sedona (YP), 2016MY~ Sorento (UMa), and 2017MY~ Forte (YD, YDm) vehicles with newly replaced instrument clusters.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.

Source record 10109826 at NHTSA
Feb 14, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-CHA075

NHTSA communication ID: 10109882

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: TPMS SENSOR REPLACEMENT (SA279) - This bulletin provides information regarding Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors on some 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from February 2, 2016 to November 3, 2016, which may exhibit a TPMS malfunction light illuminated. This concern is caused by the TPMS sensor status set to ?SHIP MODE? instead of ?PARK MODE? or ?DRIVE MODE?. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to inspect and if necessary, replace the TPMS sensor. Before conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.

Source components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.

Source record 10109882 at NHTSA
Jan 20, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-CLI037

NHTSA communication ID: 10109804

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: DRIVER?S SIDE HVAC TEMPERATURE OPTIMIZATION (SA274) - This bulletin provides information related to the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system on some 2017MY Sorento vehicles equipped with Dual Air Temperature Control (DATC) produced from August 1, 2016 to December 18, 2016, which may experience poor heater performance on the driver?s side due to a binding mix door. Follow the procedure below to repair and/or prevent the door from binding.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10109804 at NHTSA
Jan 10, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-CHA076

NHTSA communication ID: 10109803

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA269) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) on some Smart Cruise Control equipped 2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from April 5, 2016 to December 22, 2016, which may experience a deactivation of the Smart Cruise Control, followed by a malfunction indicator lamp and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C238001 stored. To correct this concern, apply the improved logic to the HECU by using the KDS download, as described in this bulletin.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL.

Source record 10109803 at NHTSA
Jan 6, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-ELE115

NHTSA communication ID: 10109805

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: AVN 4.0 SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR ?BLUETOOTH PHONEBOOK DOWNLOADS AT EVERY VEHICLE START? - This bulletin provides the procedure for updating the AVN 4.0 (Audio/Video/Navigation) software on some Sorento (UMa) vehicles that frequently display a ?Priority phone pop-up? or ?Phonebook download pop-up? at vehicle startup. Additionally, voice guidance that the phonebook is downloading is heard and the customer is unable to stop or skip the voice guidance. This concern typically happens when more than one (1) phone has been paired. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to improve the AVN 4.0 logic.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).

Source record 10109805 at NHTSA
Dec 21, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-CHA073

NHTSA communication ID: 10116820

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: COMBINED TSB / SERVICE ACTION: BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT (SA242) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace both left and right front lower ball joints on some 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, originally sold in one of twenty-eight (28) salt belt states, produced from November 6, 2014 to December 23, 2015, which may experience an unusual noise from the front of the vehicle, over rough road surfaces. Before conducting the procedure, verify the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.

Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT.

Source record 10116820 at NHTSA
Dec 7, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-BOD151

NHTSA communication ID: 10116812

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB - SERVICE ACTION: FRONT BUMPER GRILL REPLACEMENT - SA244 - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the front bumper grill on some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from April 18, 2016 to September 2, 2016, which may experience an Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) radar blocked message. This is due to the fact that an incorrect air intake grill was installed at the manufacturer. Follow the procedure below to replace the front bumper air intake grill.Before conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs. ?

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS.

Source record 10116812 at NHTSA
Dec 6, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-BOD159R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10116816

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB - SERVICE ACTION: DRIVER?S WINDOW RUN CHANNEL REPAIR (SA259) - This bulletin provides the procedure for inspecting and if necessary, repairing the driver's window run channel on some Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from April 4, 2016 to October 14, 2016, which may experience a wind noise at the driver's window.

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR · VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR.

Source record 10116816 at NHTSA
Nov 15, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS472R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10109781

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

PITSTOP: HVAC VENTILATION LOGIC OPERATION - Starting with 14MY Soul (PS) (with the exception of PSEV) and complete new models such as K900 (KH), Sedona (YP), Sorento (UMa), Optima (JFa), Sportage (QL), and 17MY Forte (YD, YDm), etc., equipped with a sunroof, a ventilation logic has been applied in order to prevent exhaust gases flowing into the vehicle due to the pressure difference (inside vs outside) that is generated when driving with the sunroof open. This logic allows the system to automatically switch from RECIRCULATION to FRESH mode when the sunroof is open.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10109781 at NHTSA
Nov 11, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-BOD155R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10109767

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: AUTO LOCK MODE CHANGE (SA255) - This bulletin provides the procedure to change the automatic door lock setting on some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from April 7, 2016 to August 15, 2016, which may be defaulted to ?Enable on Speed?.

Source components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.

Source record 10109767 at NHTSA
Oct 28, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-TRA064

NHTSA communication ID: 10109675

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: TCU UPGRADE ? DRIVING PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT (SA251) - This bulletin provides information related to the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software upgrade for some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) 2.0T-GDI vehicles produced from April 7, 2016 to October 27, 2016 for a logic improvement. To apply the improved logic, the TCU should be reprogrammed using the GDS/KDS download, as described in this bulletin.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10109675 at NHTSA
Oct 28, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-BOD155

NHTSA communication ID: 10109674

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: AUTO LOCK MODE CHANGE (SA255) - This bulletin provides the procedure to change the automatic door lock setting on some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from April 7, 2016 to August 15, 2016, which may be defaulted to ?Enable on Speed?. To help align the vehicle with customer expectations, follow the procedure below to change the automatic lock settings from ?Enable on Speed? to ?Enable on Shift?.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.

Source record 10109674 at NHTSA
Oct 27, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-TRA063

NHTSA communication ID: 10109678

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: TCU UPGRADE ? DRIVING PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT (SA250) - This bulletin provides information related to the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software upgrade for some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) 2.4L GDI vehicles produced from April 7, 2016 to October 22, 2016 for a logic improvement. To apply the improved logic, the TCU should be reprogrammed using the GDS/KDS download, as described in this bulletin.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · POWER TRAIN · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).

Source record 10109678 at NHTSA
Oct 26, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-TRA062R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10109681

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: TCU UPGRADE ? DRIVING PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT (SA246) - This bulletin provides information related to the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software upgrade for some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) 3.3L GDI vehicles produced from April 6, 2016 to October 20, 2016 for a logic improvement. To apply the improved logic, the TCU should be reprogrammed using the GDS/KDS download, as described in this bulletin.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10109681 at NHTSA
Oct 21, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS475

NHTSA communication ID: 10109688

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

PITSTOP: AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) OPERATION - An increasing number of Kia?s latest models are now equipped with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB). Some customers may have interest and/or questions regarding this new technology, including what type of feedback they can expect from this system. The information provided below is a brief reference. The service information found on KGIS including the Owner?s Manual will provide more detailed information.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10109688 at NHTSA
Oct 4, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-ELE116R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10109684

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM DTC C180508 (SA243) - This bulletin provides information related to the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) on some 2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from April 5, 2016 to September 10, 2016, which may exhibit a LDWS malfunction with DTC: C180508 and/or an unsecured LDWS camera. Follow the procedure below to inspect and if necessary, reattach the LDWS camera and/or calibrate the LDWS.

Source components: LANE DEPARTURE.

Source record 10109684 at NHTSA
Sep 30, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS266R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10090945

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 NHTSA
Sep 30, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBELE116

NHTSA communication ID: 10090815

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: SERVICE ACTION: LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM DTC C180508 (SA243) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM (LDWS) ON SOME 2017MY SORENTO (UMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM APRIL 5, 2016 TO SEPTEMBER 10, 2016, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT A LDWS MALFUNCTION WITH DTC: C180508 AND/OR AN UNSECURED LDWS CAMERA. FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE BELOW TO INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY, REATTACH THE LDWS CAMERA AND/OR CALIBRATE THE LDWS.

Source components: LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING.

Source record 10090815 at NHTSA
Sep 23, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SC136OWNER

NHTSA communication ID: 10090978

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER (SC136): DEAR KIA SORENTO OWNER: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL TO UPDATE THE SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING ON THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL UNIT (TCU) ON CERTAIN 2017 KIA SORENTO VEHICLES WITH 3.3L V6 ENGINE.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL · POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10090978 at NHTSA
Sep 19, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SC136DEALERPSM

NHTSA communication ID: 10090977

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

DEALER PARTS & SERVICE MANAGER MEMO (SC136): ATTENTION: ALL DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGERS, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING AN EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN TO UPGRADE THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL UNIT (TCU) IN SIXTY (60) 2017 MY SORENTO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 3.3L GDI V6 ENGINE, PRODUCED ON MAY 10, 2016. KIA HAS DETERMINED THAT THERE IS A TCU ROM ID MISMATCH WHICH MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RELEASE AIR POLLUTANTS WHICH EXCEED FEDERAL AND/OR CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS STANDARDS. NOTE: WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ONE VEHICLE CURRENTLY IN DEALER STOCK, THE REMAINING 59 VINS HAVE BEEN SOLD AS FLEET VEHICLES ASSIGNED TO VARIOUS RENTAL CAR COMPANIES, SOME OF WHICH WILL BE AUTHORIZED TO PERFORM THE SOFTWARE UPGRADE. THE LIST OF VINS CAN BE FOUND IN THE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) SC136.

Source components: ENGINE · POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10090977 at NHTSA
Sep 19, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBSC136

NHTSA communication ID: 10090942

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL: TCU UPGRADE - LAMBDA 3.3GDI 6AT TCU ROM ID MISMATCH (SC136) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL UNIT (TCU) SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR SIXTY (60) 2017MY SORENTO (UMA) VEHICLES PRODUCED ON MAY 10, 2016 TO ADDRESS ROM ID MISMATCH. TO APPLY THE IMPROVED LOGIC, THE TCU SHOULD BE REPROGRAMMED USING THE GDS/KDS DOWNLOAD, AS DESCRIBED IN THIS BULLETIN. FOR CONFIRMATION THAT THE LATEST REFLASH HAS BEEN APPLIED TO A VEHICLE YOU ARE WORKING ON, VERIFY ROM ID USING THE TABLES IN THIS TSB. BEFORE CONDUCTING THE PROCEDURE, VERIFY THE VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE LIST OF SIXTY (60) AFFECTED VINS (LISTED ON PAGE 8).

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10090942 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS465

NHTSA communication ID: 10090966

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

PITSTOP: RECALIBRATION OF BLIND SPOT DETECTION AFTER COLLISION REPAIRS - THIS PITSTOP PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BLIND SPOT DETECTION (BSD), WHICH MAY EXHIBIT A “CHECK BSD SYSTEM” MESSAGE WITH DTCS: C270254 AND C270354: C270254: CONTROL MODULE MASTER MISSING CALIBRATION / C270354: CONTROL MODULE SLAVE MISSING CALIBRATION

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION.

Source record 10090966 at NHTSA
Jun 10, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBCHA068

NHTSA communication ID: 10089308

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

"SERVICE ACTION: TIGHTEN POWER TAILGATE BALL STUD (SA232) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR TIGHTENING THE RIGHT TAILGATE SPINDLE ATTACHMENT BALL STUD, ON SELECT UMA SORENTO MODELS, PRODUCED FROM MAY 16, 2016 THROUGH MAY 26, 2016, WHICH MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION BY THE FACTORY, AND MAY EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL NOISE WHEN OPERATING THE POWER TAILGATE. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, VERIFY AND, IF NECESSARY, TIGHTEN THE BALL STUD, AS DESCRIBED IN THIS BULLETIN. KIA IS REQUESTING THE COMPLETION OF THIS SERVICE ACTION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES, INCLUDING DEALER STOCK, PRIOR TO DELIVERY. "

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE.

Source record 10089308 at NHTSA
Jun 2, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBELE104R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10089321

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: APPLE CARPLAY™ ROLLOUT AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE ROLLOUT OF APPLE CARPLAY AND ANDROID AUTO ON 2017MY SORENTO (UMA) AND THE LAUNCH OF APPLE CARPLAY ON 2016MY OPTIMA (JFA) AND 2017MY SPORTAGE (QL) VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH PREMIUM NAVIGATION (AVN 4.0) OR UVO ESERVICES (UVO 3.0) SYSTEMS.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10089321 at NHTSA
May 27, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB_BOD138_R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10183606

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: "FE" EMBLEM INSTALLATION (SA230) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the left margin area. This bulletin provides the procedure to add an "FE" (Fuel Efficient) emblem to the existing "AWD" emblems on the front doors on specific 2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from April 1, 2016 to April 15, 2016.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10183606 at NHTSA
May 27, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBBOD138R1

NHTSA communication ID: 10089424

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SERVICE ACTION: "FE" EMBLEM INSTALLATION (SA230) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE TO ADD AN "FE" (FUEL EFFICIENT) EMBLEM TO THE EXISTING "AWD" EMBLEMS ON THE FRONT DOORS ON SPECIFIC 2017 MY SORENTO (UMA) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM APRIL 1, 2016 TO APRIL 15, 2016.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE.

Source record 10089424 at NHTSA
May 12, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS452

NHTSA communication ID: 10183600

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

PITSTOP: ANDROID AUTO/UVO eSERVICES CONNECTIVITY ISSUES AFTER ANDROID 6.0 UPDATE - This article provides diagnostic information in regards to: ANDROID AUTO will not launch when a Samsung Android phone is connected to the vehicle. UVO eServices setup fails and the head unit displays a smartphone connection error.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10183600 at NHTSA
Apr 29, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSBELE104

NHTSA communication ID: 10183434

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB - APPLE CARPLAY ROLLOUT AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - This bulletin provides information related to the rollout of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on vehicles equipped with Premium Navigation (AVN 4.0) or UVO eServices (UVO 3.0) systems.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10183434 at NHTSA
Apr 29, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-ELE-104

NHTSA communication ID: 10079884

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TSB: APPLE CARPLAY™ ROLLOUT AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE ROLLOUT OF APPLE CARPLAY™ AND ANDROID AUTO ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH PREMIUM NAVIGATION (AVN 4.0) OR UVO ESERVICES (UVO 3.0) SYSTEMS.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10079884 at NHTSA
May 12, 2015Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PS452

NHTSA communication ID: 10089433

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ANDROID AUTO™/UVO ESERVICES CONNECTIVITY ISSUES AFTER ANDROID 6.0 UPDATE - THIS ARTICLE PROIDES DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION IN REGARDS TO:ANDROID AUTO™ WILL NOT LAUNCH WHEN A SAMSUNG ANDROID PHONE IS CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE. UVO ESERVICES SETUP FAILS AND THE HEAD UNIT DISPLAYS A SMARTPHONE CONNECTION ERROR.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10089433 at NHTSA