Vehicle Rollaway from Software Error
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 22V322000 |
| Report Received Date | 5/11/2022 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Vehicles Affected | 9,014 |
| Completion Rate | 98.58% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 EV6 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
Issue
Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Consequence Summary
Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action
Drivers are recommended to park their vehicles on level ground and avoid parking on a slope/inclined surface whenever possible until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the Shifter Control Unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC236.
