Kia recall - WTF!

[simon varley]

We just got a recall letter for my daughter's UB Rio. It says it's a safety issue, but parts are not yet available!

It further states that no instances of this fault have occurred in Australia. Why worry us then? Why put out a recall notice, if you can't fix the problem? I thought Ford were a bit dodgy, but this is ridiculous!

[Wretched]

There may be legislation requirements that they must adhere to.
Yes, it may be a safety issue but not a life threatening issue and they have (with the government) deemed the risk profile as low.

Actually it is all over the internet.
https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-006108

"The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off," the recall notices state.

"If moisture enters the HECU, an electrical short circuit can occur. If an electrical short circuit occurs, this could result in an engine compartment fire when the key is switched off and the vehicle is parked.

https://www.drive.com.au/news/kia-au...u-104101-cars/

[Citroënbender]

Interesting and probably awkward spot for vehicle insurance in the event of a related claim. I guess that risk mitigation might include having appropriate fire extinguishers to hand and not parking in enclosed spaces.

Wonder how they’ll fix it - a patch harness with electromechanical relay?

…this could result in an engine compartment fire when the key is switched off and the vehicle is parked

Pretty much what the Internet experts reckon will happen if you mix engine oils or use the wrong ATF.

[simon varley]

Originally Posted by Citroënbender

Interesting and probably awkward spot for vehicle insurance

well, my daughter is trying to sell it, and nobody is interested as it's a manual, so .....

[danzvtil]

Originally Posted by simon varley

well, my daughter is trying to sell it, and nobody is interested as it's a manual, so .....

I lost $11k on my 2yo rio with 15kkm for the same reason.