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RECALL · Kia

Warning lights on and driver assistance features that stop working because of the front camera (January 2026 Sorento hybrid and plug-in hybrid)

Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.

A recall does not mean your car is affected. Check the market, build date and VIN with the manufacturer.

Engine / equipment
Fourth-generation Kia Sorento 1.6 T-GDi hybrid and plug-in hybrid
Period mentioned
2026 (US model years), built from 9/1/2026 to 15/1/2026
Symptoms
Several warning lights come on on the dashboard and some camera-based driver assistance functions can stop working, with their messages.
Possible cause described
The front camera gets an unstable voltage input and stores codes C160449 or C160649. Kia fixes it with service action SA656: replacement and calibration of the front camera.
Check for the garage
Check with the VIN at a Kia dealer whether the car is in action SA656.
Cost cited in the source
No verified estimate; check whether the free recall remedy remains outstanding for the VIN.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

Frequently asked questions

Is it free?

Manufacturer recall campaigns are normally carried out free of charge at the brand's official service. Ask the dealer whether your car is affected: it depends on the chassis number (VIN), the market and the production date.

How is it checked?

Check with the VIN at a Kia dealer whether the car is in action SA656.

What are the symptoms?

Several warning lights come on on the dashboard and some camera-based driver assistance functions can stop working, with their messages.

Which cars and years does it affect?
Brands
Kia
Engine / equipment
Fourth-generation Kia Sorento 1.6 T-GDi hybrid and plug-in hybrid
Period mentioned
2026 (US model years), built from 9/1/2026 to 15/1/2026
Which fault codes appear?

Other entries for these makes

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