2021 Kia Sportage Trailer Hitches Problems
2 owner-reported trailer hitches complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Trailer Hitches Recalls (1)
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.
Fix: 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.
Owner Complaints (2)
Your brakes suddenly stopped working while driving, and your vehicle lost power and rolled to a stop. You noticed smoke coming from under the hood, and the vehicle caught fire. This happened even though your vehicle was subject to a recall for trailer hitch issues, but the manufacturer hadn't yet provided the repair parts. The fire department extinguished the fire, and no one was injured. The dealer confirmed that replacement parts still weren't available.
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You own a 2021 Kia Sportage and received a recall notice (Campaign 22V703000) for the trailer hitch, but the replacement part wasn't available yet. You feel the manufacturer has taken too long to provide the part for this recall repair. You haven't experienced any actual failure with the hitch itself. The repair will likely involve replacing or inspecting the trailer hitch assembly.
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