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2020 KIA SEDONA Recalled by Kia Motors America — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Date: August 7, 2020
Company: Kia Motors America
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator B+ terminal nut, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC192.

Affected Products

2020 KIA SEDONA. Kia Motors America (KIA) is recalling certain 2020 Sedona vehicles. The battery positive (B+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.

Why Was This Recalled?

If the alternator B+ terminal nut loosens, electrical arcing may result, increasing the risk of a fire.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Kia Motors America

Kia Motors America has 60 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report