Kia America (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The alternator battery positive terminal nut may loosen, which can result in an engine stall or an electrical surge.
Kia America – Loose Alternator Battery Nut
| Report Received Date | 08/29/2022 |
| NHTSA ID | 22V651000 |
| Consequence Summary | An engine stall increases the risk of a crash, and an electrical surge increases the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers will inspect and tighten the alternator battery positive terminal nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC248. |
| Recall Code | SC248 |
| Potentially Affected | 19701 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V651000) |
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