2024 Kia EGR Valve Assembly Emissions Campaign SC320

Kia America, Inc. has initiated a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign, identified as SC320, to address a potential issue with the Kia EGR valve assembly in certain 2024 model year vehicles. This campaign focuses on the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve assembly, which may not have been manufactured to Kia's precise specifications.

Symptoms

Owners of affected vehicles may experience the illumination of the "Check Engine light (CEL)" while driving. This warning light indicates a potential issue with the vehicle's emissions system.

Diagnosis / Trigger Conditions

The root cause of this issue is an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve assembly that was not manufactured according to Kia's engineering specifications. When this component is out of specification, it can lead to the vehicle releasing air pollutants that exceed both Federal and California emissions standards. These standards are in place to protect public health and welfare.

Repair Procedure Summary

To resolve this issue, authorized Kia dealers will replace the existing EGR valve assembly with a new one that meets the correct manufacturing specifications. This repair will be performed at no charge to the customer, ensuring that all affected vehicles comply with emissions regulations.

What Owners Should Know

Kia will mail owner notification letters regarding this campaign on September 30, 2024. If you own a 2024 Kia Carnival, Sportage, or Niro, you should expect to receive this notification soon. Once notified, you should schedule an appointment with your local authorized Kia dealer to have the EGR valve assembly replaced.

For owners in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, there are additional requirements. These states mandate the completion of emissions campaigns prior to vehicle registration renewal. Dealers in these states will provide a "Proof of Correction Card" to owners upon completion of the repair. This card serves as essential documentation for registration renewal.

Important Warnings

• Free Repair: The replacement of the Kia EGR valve assembly will be performed free of charge to the customer. There should be no cost associated with this service. This campaign differs from a recall, but the remedy is provided at no expense to the owner.
• Proof of Correction Card: If you reside in California or any of the other specified states (Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington), ensure your dealer provides you with a "Proof of Correction Card" after the repair. This card is crucial for vehicle registration renewal in these states.
• Owner Notification: Kia is notifying consumers via mail, with letters scheduled to be sent on September 30, 2024. If you have not received a letter by mid-October and believe your vehicle is affected, contact your Kia dealer.

Source: NHTSA ID 11008024