2023 Kia Sportage Emissions Campaign: Center Muffler Replacement

Kia America, Inc. has announced a Kia Sportage emissions campaign, identified as Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign SC239, for specific 2023 model year Sportage vehicles. This campaign focuses on models equipped with 2.5L GDI engines.

Why This Matters

Kia has identified that some affected vehicles may have been equipped with a center muffler that does not comply with U.S. EPA regulations. This non-compliant component could lead to the vehicle releasing air pollutants that exceed Federal and California emissions standards. These standards are in place to safeguard public health and welfare from the dangers of air pollution.

What's Being Addressed

This Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign (SC239) targets the center muffler in certain 2023 Kia Sportage vehicles. The issue is specifically with the muffler's specification, which may not meet the required U.S. environmental regulations for exhaust emissions.

What Kia Will Do

Authorized Kia dealers will inspect the center muffler on affected 2023 Kia Sportage vehicles. If the inspection determines that the center muffler does not meet U.S. regulations, it will be replaced. This inspection and any necessary replacement will be performed at no cost to the owner.

What Owners Should Do

Owners of affected 2023 Kia Sportage vehicles should contact an authorized Kia dealership to schedule a service appointment for the Kia Sportage emissions campaign. The inspection and potential replacement typically take less than an hour, though service time may vary based on the dealer's schedule. Scheduling an appointment in advance is recommended to minimize inconvenience. Completing this repair ensures your vehicle's full protection under the emissions warranty.

Important Warnings and Information

• Vehicle Registration Impact: For owners in California and other states that have adopted California emissions regulations (Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, or Washington), this emissions-related campaign must be completed before annual vehicle registration renewal. Failure to do so may prevent you from completing your vehicle registration and obtaining license tags.
• Proof of Correction Certificate: After the repair is completed, your Kia dealer will provide a "Proof of Correction Certificate." This certificate may be requested by your state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Administration, Motor Vehicle Commission, or Department of Licensing during your next vehicle registration. It should be kept with your vehicle records.
• Vehicle Lessors: If you are the lessor and registered owner of an affected vehicle, you are required to forward this letter via first-class mail to the lessee within ten (10) days of receipt.
• Address Changes: If you have changed your home address, sold your Kia vehicle, or no longer own your vehicle, please complete the attached prepaid "Change of Address/Ownership" card and mail it to Kia.

For additional information or to find your nearest dealer, visit www.kia.com and use the "Find Dealer" button. If you have further questions regarding this Kia Sportage emissions campaign or if your dealer does not respond in a timely manner, you can contact Kia's Customer Care Center at 1-800-333-4542 (Monday through Friday, 5 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time), or through the owner's section of www.kia.com.