Kia is recalling all 2011 Sorento models built at a Kia plant in Alabama because defective rear brake calipers can leak and diminish braking performance. Drivers of the affected 2011 Sorento models should see a brake warning light come on and feel a soft pedal if the Sorento’s brakes are leaking.
The defective calipers are also in use on Hyundai Sante Fe models. Dealers will inspect the rear calipers and replace them if necessary without charge, as require by U.S. law.
Kia says that owners will be notified by mail during December 2010,
Owners may contact Kia consumer assistance center at 1-800-333-4542 about Kia’s brake safety recall campaign number SC087.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. NHTSA Campaign ID number: 10V599000
