2020 Kia Sportage Recalls
2 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2020 Kia Sportage — components, risks, and free remedies, plus how to check your exact VIN.
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2020 Kia Sportage, reported between 2021-03-04 and 2022-09-19. They cover the service brakes, hydraulic and trailer hitches. The most recent is campaign 22V703000 (2022-09-19), trailer hitches. 2 recalls carry an NHTSA “park it” or “park outside” warning. Recall repairs are free at franchised Kia dealers, and a VIN check shows which campaigns apply to a specific vehicle.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA
2020 Kia Sportage recalls (NHTSA)
| Campaign # | Reported | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
22V703000 |
2022-09-19 | TRAILER HITCHES | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249. |
21V137000 |
2021-03-04 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206. |
Source: U.S. NHTSA recalls database. Recalls apply to specific build dates/batches — decode your VIN to confirm which apply to your exact vehicle. Last updated .
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How many recalls does the 2020 Kia Sportage have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2020 Kia Sportage, covering the service brakes, hydraulic (1) and trailer hitches (1).
What is the most recent recall on the 2020 Kia Sportage?
Campaign 22V703000, reported to NHTSA on 2022-09-19, for the trailer hitches. Kia America, Inc.
How do I check if my 2020 Kia Sportage has an open recall?
NHTSA tracks recalls by VIN, because a recall usually applies only to specific production dates and component batches — not every 2020 Kia Sportage. Decode your 17-character VIN on VinSnap (or NHTSA's own VIN lookup) to see exactly which recalls apply to your vehicle and whether the free remedy has already been completed.
Are recall repairs free on a 2020 Kia Sportage?
Yes. Under U.S. law, safety-recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised Kia dealers, regardless of the vehicle's age, mileage, or warranty status. You should not be charged for parts or labour on an open safety recall.
What should I do if my 2020 Kia Sportage has an open safety recall?
Contact a franchised Kia dealer with your VIN and book the free recall repair. If the recall is marked "Park It" or "Park Outside", follow that guidance immediately. Keep your contact details current with the manufacturer so recall notices reach you.