Recall 13V114 covers 980,377 2007-2011 Kia vehicles for stop-lamp-switch failure. Kia replaces the switch for free at any franchised Kia dealer.
Kia is recalling 980,377 2007-2011 Sedona, Sportage, Optima, Soul, Sorento, Rondo, Forte, Borrego, and Amanti vehicles because the stop lamp switch can malfunction. Brake lights can fail to illuminate, cruise control can stay engaged, or the shifter can move out of PARK without the brake; the Kia dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The stop lamp switch on these 2007-2011 Kia vehicles is a small electrical switch linked to the brake pedal. When you press the pedal, the switch tells the brake lights to turn on and tells other systems that the driver is braking. That signal also helps cancel cruise control, allow push-button starting, and release the shifter from PARK.
In affected vehicles, the switch can malfunction and send the wrong brake-pedal signal or no signal at all. The brake lights can stay dark when the pedal is pressed, or cruise control can remain active instead of canceling through the brake pedal. The same faulty signal can also interfere with the push-button start feature, the brake-transmission shift interlock, and the Electronic Stability Control light.
There is no warning sign before failure. Once the switch has failed, owners can notice brake lights that do not illuminate, cruise control that does not cancel with the brake pedal, push-button start problems, a shifter stuck in PARK, or an ESC malfunction light.
Who's affected?
Spans 9 Kia nameplates across the 2007-2011 model years, all tied to the brake-light switch.
| 2009 Kia Sedona | Switch |
|---|---|
| 2010 Kia Sedona | Switch |
| 2011 Kia Sedona | Switch |
| 2008 Kia Sedona | Switch |
| 2011 Kia Sportage | Switch |
| 2011 Kia Optima | Switch |
| 2011 Kia Soul | Switch |
| 2011 Kia Sorento | Switch |
| 2010 Kia Rondo | Switch |
| 2010 Kia Sportage | Switch |
| 2010 Kia Soul | Switch |
| 2010 Kia Forte | Switch |
| 2009 Kia Sportage | Switch |
| 2009 Kia Sorento | Switch |
| 2009 Kia Borrego | Switch |
| 2008 Kia Sportage | Switch |
| 2008 Kia Sorento | Switch |
| 2007 Kia Sportage | Switch |
| 2007 Kia Sorento | Switch |
| 2007 Kia Sedona | Switch |
| 2007 Kia Rondo | Switch |
| 2010 Kia Sorento | Switch |
| 2008 Kia Optima | Switch |
| 2009 Kia Rondo | Switch |
| 2008 Kia Rondo | Switch |
| 2008 Kia Amanti | Switch |
| 2009 Kia Amanti | Switch |
| 2010 Kia Optima | Switch |
| 2007 Kia Amanti | Switch |
| 2009 Kia Optima | Switch |
| Units affected | 980,377 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Failed stop lamps make it harder for drivers behind you to see braking, and cruise control that does not disengage during braking increases crash risk. The shifter also can move out of PARK without the brake applied. This can cause unintended vehicle movement and raise crash risk. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Kia dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2011 Kia Sedona, Sportage, Optima, Soul, Sorento, Rondo, Forte, Borrego, or Amanti is included in this recall.
- Wait for Kia's owner notice before scheduling the final free repair.
- Contact a franchised Kia dealer to ask about the stop-lamp-switch replacement that fixes brake lights, cruise control, push-button start, shift interlock, and ESC light issues.
- Reference recall number 13V114 and Kia recall SC098 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair. Confirm the brake lights work before each trip and leave extra following distance.
What happens at the repair
Kia sent an interim owner notice in May 2013. The repair plan says owners receive a second notice when parts are available. Once the dealer repair opens, a Kia technician replaces the stop lamp switch that controls brake lamp operation, cruise control cancellation, push button start logic, the brake transmission shift interlock, and the ESC warning function. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. If your vehicle needs attention before that second notice, contact a Kia dealer and reference campaign SC098.
Timeline
| April 1, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 19, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V114?
Recall 13V114 covers 980,377 2007-2011 Kia Sedona, Sportage, Optima, Soul, Sorento, Rondo, Forte, Borrego, and Amanti vehicles with a stop lamp switch defect. The switch can affect brake lights, cruise control, shift interlock operation, push-button start, and the ESC warning light.
What should I do if my 2007-2011 Kia Sedona, Sportage, Optima, Soul, Sorento, Rondo, Forte, Borrego, or Amanti is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V114. If it is, contact a franchised Kia dealer and ask for the stop lamp switch replacement under recall SC098. Reference recall 13V114 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Kia dealers replace the stop lamp switch free of charge under this recall. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Kia dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced brake-light function, cruise control that does not disengage from the brake pedal, or shifter movement out of PARK without first applying the brake. Those conditions increase crash risk or unintentional vehicle movement. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free Kia dealer repair.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for brake lights that fail to illuminate, cruise control that stays engaged when you press the brake pedal, intermittent push-button start operation, a shifter that does not behave normally in PARK, or an ESC malfunction light. Those signs match the stop lamp switch problem described in recall 13V114.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V114000 |
|---|---|
| Kia customer service | 1-800-333-4542 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V114 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V114000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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