Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorRecall 20V-399 · 2020 Kia Sedona
Kia Motors America recall 20V-399 covers 5,385 2020 Kia Sedona for a electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator problem, reported to NHTSA on July 8, 2020. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q2) shows 77% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 20V399000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If the alternator B+ terminal nut loosens, electrical arcing may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
77%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 55 vehicles were listed as unreachable.