Vehicle recall 20V399000 · July 8, 2020
2020 Kia Sedona
The battery positive (B+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Kia Motors America (KIA) is recalling certain 2020 Sedona vehicles. The battery positive (B+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.
- Consequence
- If the alternator B+ terminal nut loosens, electrical arcing may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator B+ terminal nut, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC192.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V399000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 8, 2020
- Filed by
- Kia Motors America
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC192
- Owner notification
- August 14, 2020
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5,385
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kia Sedona (2020): 2020
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