Recall Issued for Over 18,000 Kia SUVs in Canada Due to Roll-Away Hazard
Kia Canada is recalling more than 18,000 SUVs nationwide due to a manufacturing flaw that could cause the vehicle to “move when it’s parked,” Transport Canada says.
A manufacturing issue with the axle shaft(s) on certain vehicles could result in the splines becoming damaged, the notice said.
“If this happens, the vehicle could move when it’s parked and the parking brake isn’t applied,” the March 28 notice reads. “A parked vehicle that moves suddenly could create the risk of an injury or a crash.”
Owners of the Kia SUVs in Canada will receive notification and instructions in the mail. The notice urges vehicle owners to take their vehicles to a dealership for an electronic parking brake software update as soon as they can.
Until then, Kia recommends all Telluride SUV owners “reduce the safety risk” by using the parking brake whenever they park.