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Kia Corporation Carnival Hybrid (KA4 HEV) — recall

Automotive · South Korea · 2025-12-12

Kia Carnival Hybrid HPCU software design error may cause damage/burnout

Country	South Korea
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-12-12
Manufacturer	Kia Corporation
Models affected	Carnival Hybrid (KA4 HEV)
Units affected	51286
Defect	Recall due to a confirmed possibility of Hybrid Power Control Unit (HPCU) damage/burnout caused by a software design error in the HPCU, occurring during high electrical load, such as remote start and heater operation in winter.
Component	Other electrical system components
Remedy	1) Hybrid Power Control Unit (HPCU) software update via wireless OTA 2) Hybrid Power Control Unit software update at service centers and authorized service partners
Recall number	K5971
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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