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KIA 2024: PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Reported: September 17, 2024 Initiated: September 17, 2024 #24V693000

Product Description

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 EV9 vehicles. A software error may cause the remote smart parking assist feature, which allows the operator to remotely move the vehicle, to miscalculate stopping distances.

Reason for Recall

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 EV9 vehicles. A software error may cause the remote smart parking assist feature, which allows the operator to remotely move the vehicle, to miscalculate stopping distances.

Hazard

A remote smart parking assist feature that miscalculates stopping distances may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the integrated electronic brake software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 4, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC324.

Details

Recalling Firm
KIA
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 EV9 vehicles. A software error may cause the remote smart parking assist feature, which allows the operator to remotely move the vehicle, to miscalculate stopping distances.. Recalled by KIA.
Why was this product recalled?
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 EV9 vehicles. A software error may cause the remote smart parking assist feature, which allows the operator to remotely move the vehicle, to miscalculate stopping distances.
What should consumers do?
Dealers will update the integrated electronic brake software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 4, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC324.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on September 17, 2024. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 24V693000.