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KG Mobility Corp. Korando, Torres — recall

Automotive · South Korea · 2026-03-10

KG Mobility Korando, Torres: starter motor short circuit and fire risk from contaminated water

Country	South Korea
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-03-10
Manufacturer	KG Mobility Corp.
Models affected	Korando, Torres
Units affected	78702
Defect	Contaminated water can enter the starter motor solenoid area, potentially causing an internal short circuit. In such cases, there is a risk of starter motor damage and fire, leading to this recall.
Component	Engine (Power Generating System) Other
Remedy	Install an external fuse box on the starter motor.
Recall number	K5998
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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