Hydraulic electronic control unit may short
Defect Summary
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 optima and 2014-2015 sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20v-519. brake fluid may leak inside the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short in the hecu increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the hecu for leaks, replacing the hecu if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on july 2, 2021. this recall supersedes previous nhtsa recall number 20v-519. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc212.
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Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 21V331000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V331000?
NHTSA recall 21V331000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on May 10, 2021. It addresses: Hydraulic electronic control unit may short. The recall affects approximately 440,370 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V331000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC212. 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.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
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.