REC-000780

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2010 KIA CERATO

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Kia Motors Australia

Recall date: 31 March 2016

Defect

The automatic transmission fluid cooler hose may have been improperly cured during the manufacturing process, thereby increasing the possibility of transmission fluid leaking from the hose.

Hazard

Leaking transmission fluid may result in the illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) and/or abnormal transmission shifting. Depending upon the amount of transmission fluid lost, reduced vehicle mobility may occur, increasing the risk of an accident.

Remedy

Consumers should contact their preferred Kia dealer to schedule an appointment to have their vehicles automatic transmission cooling lines replaced.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Kia Motors Australia — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000780