NHTSA Recall 24V693000
Filed by Kia America, Inc.. Component: Parking Brake. Reported 2024-09-17. An estimated 12,400 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 EV9 vehicles. A software error may cause the remote smart parking assist feature, which allows the operator to remotely move the vehicle, to miscalculate stopping distances.
Risk
A remote smart parking assist feature that miscalculates stopping distances may increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will update the integrated electronic brake software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 4, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC324.
Manufacturer campaign number: SC324
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.