Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Carens model vehicles
Kia Ireland is recalling certain Kia Carens model vehicles due to a safety issue where a short circuit may occur in the ABS/ESC electrical circuit. This could lead to overheating in the fuse box and increase the risk of the engine catching fire. There are 1362 affected vehicles produced between 28 August 2012 and 23 July 2018.
- Brand
- Kia
- Product
- Carens
- What to do
- Kia Ireland will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps.
Recall campaign next steps
Kia Ireland will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, Kia Ireland Customer Care may be contacted at (01) 649 7458.
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A safety issue has been identified whereby under certain circumstances, a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC (anti-lock braking system / electronic stability control) system. This may lead to an increase in current and overheating in the fuse box, increasing the risk of the engine catching fire, irrespective of whether the vehicle is parked or being driven. The issue has been caused by a slight internal leak of brake fluid, which can lead to an electrical short circuit when the vehicle is used over time.
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A safety issue has been identified whereby under certain circumstances, a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC (anti-lock braking system / electronic stability control) system. This may lead to an increase in current and overheating in the fuse box, increasing the risk of the engine catching fire, irrespective of whether the vehicle is parked or being driven. The issue has been caused by a slight internal leak of brake fluid, which can lead to an electrical short circuit when the vehicle is used over time.
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A safety issue has been identified whereby under certain circumstances, a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC (anti-lock braking system / electronic stability control) system. This may lead to an increase in current and overheating in the fuse box, increasing the risk of the engine catching fire, irrespective of whether the vehicle is parked or being driven. The issue has been caused by a slight internal leak of brake fluid, which can lead to an electrical short circuit when the vehicle is used over time.
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A safety issue has been identified whereby under certain circumstances, a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC (anti-lock braking system / electronic stability control) system. This may lead to an increase in current and overheating in the fuse box, increasing the risk of the engine catching fire, irrespective of whether the vehicle is parked or being driven. The issue has been caused by a slight internal leak of brake fluid, which can lead to an electrical short circuit when the vehicle is used over time.
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Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Carens model vehicles
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Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Kia Carens model vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby under certain circumstances, a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC (anti-lock braking system / electronic stability control) system. This may lead to an increase in current and overheating in the fuse box, increasing the risk of the engine catching fire, irrespective of whether the vehicle is parked or being driven. The issue has been caused by a slight internal leak of brake fluid, which can lead to an electrical short circuit when the vehicle is used over time.
There are 1362 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 28 August 2012 and 23 July 2018.
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A safety issue has been identified whereby due to a manufacturing defect, moisture may enter in to the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) in the Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA). This could cause an electrical short circuit and result in a vehicle fire.
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A safety issue has been identified whereby the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off. If moisture enters the HECU, an electrical short circuit can occur. This could result in an engine compartment fire.
There are 2638 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 15 December 2010 and 31 March 2017.
Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Soul model vehicles
06 January 2025
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain KIA Soul model vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off. If moisture enters the HECU, an electrical short circuit can occur. If an electrical short circuit occurs, this could result in an engine compartment fire.
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Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Ceed and Xceed model vehicles
09 January 2025
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain KIA Ceed and Xceed model vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the printed circuit board (PCB) in the hydraulic clutch actuator (HCA) can become contaminated with fluid. A PCB that is contaminated with fluid can cause an electrical short, potentially resulting in a thermal incident in the engine compartment while driving.
There are 1167 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 03 December 2019 and 14 August 2023.
Frequently asked questions
Is Carens being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Kia Ireland is recalling certain Kia Carens model vehicles due to a safety issue where a short circuit may occur in the ABS/ESC electrical circuit. This could lead to overheating in the fuse box and increase the risk of the engine catching fire. There are 1362 affected vehicles produced between 28 August 2012 and 23 July 2018.
Why is Carens being recalled?
The recall relates to a fire / burn hazard. Kia Ireland is recalling certain Kia Carens model vehicles due to a safety issue where a short circuit may occur in the ABS/ESC electrical circuit. This could lead to overheating in the fuse box and increase the risk of the engine catching fire. There are 1362 affected vehicles produced between 28 August 2012 and 23 July 2018.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kia Ireland will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps.
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