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Automotive · Canada · 2025-12-19

Kia Sportage vehicles, tow hitch software may cause instrument cluster to reboot while driving

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-12-19
Manufacturer	KIA
Models affected	SPORTAGE
Model year	2023 2024 2025
Units affected	3254
Defect	On certain vehicles, the tow hitch harness control module software could cause the instrument cluster to reboot while driving. If this happens, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, warnings, and tell-tales._x000D_ Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 4.2-in screen and a Genuine Kia tow hitch harness._x000D_ Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash.
Component	Lights And Instruments
Remedy	Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the tow hitch harness control module.
Recall number	2025-708
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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