Power train: automatic transmissionRecall 22V-760 · Kia vehicles
Kia America, Inc. recall 22V-760 covers 69,038 Kia vehicles for a power train: automatic transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on October 11, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 89% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V760000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
The risk
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC250.
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
89%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 1,551 vehicles were listed as unreachable.