Kia has recalled more than 100,00 vehicles that could potentially catch on fire, even when they are switched off.
The company has called back 10 models made between 2009 and 2014.
The problem comes from a fault in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit, that could cause a fire in the engine area.
The HECU can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off.
‘If an electrical short circuit occurs, this could result in an engine compartment fire when the key is switched off and the vehicle is parked,’ the recall states.
‘A vehicle fire could increase the risk injury or death to vehicle occupants or bystanders and/or damage to property.’
Kia has warned vehicle owners not to park cars near flammable materials or in an enclosed area.
‘Until it has been repaired, Kia recommends that the vehicle should not be parked near any flammable structures or in an enclosed area, i.e. not in a garage.’
Kia is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles by mail to notify them of the recall.
Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred Kia dealer to schedule an appointment to fix the issue.
FULL LIST OF KIA CARS RECALLED
AM Soul 2010-2013
XM Sorrento 2010-2014
TD Cerato 2009-2013
SL Sportage 2009-2013
TF Optima 2010-2015
UB Rio 2011-2016
SLe Sportage 2013-2014
UN Carens 2009-2012
RP Rondo 2012-2018
KM Sportage 2009
Pictured: A 2014 Kia Sorento
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