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    Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—Kia recalls 39K vehicles due to HVAC wiring issue that can cause fire, (Oct 2, 2025)

    Organizations Mentioned:Kia America, Inc.

    By Deja Rothschild

    Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor.

    Kia America, Inc. is recalling approximately 39,536 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles because the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequa ...

    By Deja Rothschild

    Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor.

    Kia America, Inc. is recalling approximately 39,536 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles because the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire. A fire increases the risk of injury (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 25V649, Report receipt date: Sept. 25, 2025)

    Remedy. Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed November 24, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in December.

    Contact Information. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC351.

    Companies: Kia America, Inc.

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