Intermittent failure of the brake light switch
Defect Summary
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 sportage vehicles manufactured march 7, 2011, to june 8, 2011. in the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may intermittently fail.
Safety Consequence
Whenever the brake switch is not working, the brake lights will not illuminate, reducing the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. the recall began on july 7, 2015. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc121.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 15V360000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V360000?
NHTSA recall 15V360000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on June 9, 2015. It addresses: Intermittent failure of the brake light switch. The recall affects approximately 7,722 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 15V360000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC121. 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.