Problems with the eCall system on Kia: affected models and engines
In 3 models from Kia there are 3 documented faults with the eCall system. The most important: eCall system may not send the VIN after an impact, recall for a seat belt pretensioner defect (2021-2022) and recall because the instrument cluster may not light up at start-up (hybrid).
Documented faults, from most to least important
Severity × frequency. Below each one, the Kia models it appears in.
By Kia model
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Frequently asked questions
What faults with the eCall system do Kia cars have?
In 3 models from Kia there are 3 documented faults with the eCall system. The most important: eCall system may not send the VIN after an impact, recall for a seat belt pretensioner defect (2021-2022) and recall because the instrument cluster may not light up at start-up (hybrid). Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the symptoms and the repair cost.
Which Kia models have the most problems with the eCall system?
Kia XCeed (1 fault), Kia Sorento IV (1 fault) and Kia Sportage V (1 fault).