Irvine, CA – January 28, 2025 – Kia (OTCMKTS:KIMTF) is recalling 74,469 SUVs whose headlights and tail lights may stop working. This defect ups the risk of a crash and injury.
The following models are affected:
- 2024 – 2025 Kia Sorento
- 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid
- 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Recall summary
The headlights and tail lights in the affected SUVs may unexpectedly shut off due to a software error within a computer called the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC), which controls their operation.
Recall risks
Inoperable headlights and tail lights limit the driver’s field of view and make the vehicle less visible, especially in low-visibility conditions. This increases the chances of a crash and injury.
Other Kia recalls
This is not the first time Kia vehicles have suffered from inoperable headlights, with certain Telluride SUVs being recalled over a similar issue in April 2024.
Earlier this month, Kia recalled their electric EV9 SUVs whose third-row seats were not properly secured, as reported.
The repair
Dealers will update the BDC software free of charge.
The owners should receive letters with more information by February 21, 2025.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
This Kia inoperable headlight recall affects almost 75,000 SUVs. To do a Kia recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
