Large Recall NHTSA · 09V130000 Reported April 17, 2009

Stop lamp switch replacement

Kia America, Inc. · Exterior Lighting · 139,844 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V130000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC077
Manufacturer
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
139,844
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 17, 2009

Defect Summary

Huyndai-kia is recalling 139,844 my 2006-2007- sedona, sportage, sorento and my rondo and amanti vehicles. the stop lamp switch in the affected vehicles may malfunction. a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. a stop lamp switch malfunction may also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission shifter would not be able to be shifted out of the park position. it may also cause the electronic stability control (esc) malfunction light to illuminate, and it may not deactivate the cruise control when the brake pedal is depressed.

Safety Consequence

Any of these malfunctions, alone or in combination, may lead to a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. the recall began on june 17, 2009. owners may contact kia's consumer assistance center at 1-800-333-4542.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 09V130000 or campaign SC077.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V130000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V130000?

NHTSA recall 09V130000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on April 17, 2009. It addresses: Stop lamp switch replacement. The recall affects approximately 139,844 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V130000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC077. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.