2014 KIA FORTE KOUP; 2012 KIA FORTE; 2013 KIA FORTE; 2014 KIA FORTE; 2012 KIA FORTE KOUP; 2013 KIA FORTE KOUP
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Kia is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles because the brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate, causing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This defect can cause the brake lights to stay illuminated continuously, preventing following vehicles from knowing when the car is slowing or stopping. The same defect can also allow the transmission to be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal, either of which increases the risk of a crash.
Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad at no charge. The recall was expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners of affected vehicles should contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 to schedule service, referencing recall number SC158.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.