Recall
Kia Sportage — 15V360000
NHTSA ID
15V360000
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2015-06-09
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Units Affected
7,722
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SC121
Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sportage vehicles manufactured March 7, 2011, to June 8, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may intermittently fail.
Consequence
Whenever the brake switch is not working, the brake lights will not illuminate, reducing the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC121.