REC-005520

active

2015 KIA YP Carnival & UM Sorento

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Recall date: 15 September 2022

Defect

The Shift lock holder may have been produced out of specification, as a result the shift lock mechanism may not return to the locked position allowing the gear selector to be moved from park without depressing the brake pedal.

Hazard

If the gear selector is unintentionally moved out of park without depressing the brake pedal, it may result in a vehicle to roll-away potentially increasing the risk of injury or death to occupants or other road users.

Remedy

Owners can contact their local Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have the shifter mechanism inspected, free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au