NHTSA Campaign 20V399000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Issued by Kia Motors America · Reported Jul 8, 2020 · 5,385 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Kia Motors America (KIA) is recalling certain 2020 Sedona vehicles. The battery positive (B+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.

Consequence

If the alternator B+ terminal nut loosens, electrical arcing may result, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator B+ terminal nut, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC192.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
KIA SEDONA 2020 5,385

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V399000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.