KIA Picanto car (model code JA)

A short circuit may occur inside the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve, which can cause the engine to stall suddenly before the warning lights illuminate, while driving. Potential effects: loss of vehicle power, increased risk of collision or accident.

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Risk Level

High

Manufacturer

KIA, KIA Polska Sp. z o.o.

Batch Number

pojazdy wyprodukowane w Korei Południowej od 11.01.2024 do 14.02.2024

Notice Date

03.09.2024

What to do if you have this product?

A recall means the product may be unsafe. Here is what to do if you have it at home.

1

Do not eat or use the product

Stop using or consuming it immediately and keep it out of reach of children.
2

Check the batch number and expiry date

Compare the batch/lot number and the best-before or expiry date with the details in the alert — sometimes only specific batches are affected.
3

Return it to the shop

You can take the product back to the shop where you bought it. For a safety recall a refund is due even without a receipt.
4

Get help and report it

If you feel unwell after using the product, contact a doctor. You can also report the case to the relevant authority — GIS, GIF or UOKiK.

General guidance for recalled products in Poland. Always follow the specific instructions in the official alert and from the manufacturer or retailer.

Important Information

What You Should Know

Recommendations

Consumers who own the vehicles should contact an authorized KIA service center to schedule a visit and have the EGR valve replaced, and exercise particular caution while driving until the repair is ca...

Actions Taken

KIA Polska Sp. z o.o. has launched a repair campaign covering 116 vehicles on the Polish market, is notifying owners about the need to visit an authorized KIA service center to replace the EGR valve, ...