KIA 2014 KIA SPORTAGE Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2014 KIA SPORTAGE
Brand
KIA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2014
Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2014 KIA SPORTAGE vehicles due to service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module issues. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.. WARNING: Park outside and away from structures until repaired.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026