2023 Kia Sportage Brake Power Assist Recall (23V410)
Kia America, Inc. · 98,944 vehicles · Reported June 7, 2023
Kia America, Inc. is recalling 98,944 2023 Kia Sportage vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V410 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V410000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SC272 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 7, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2023 Kia Sportage |
| Units affected | 98,944 |
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Power Assist |
| Safety risk | A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2023 Kia Sportage in recall 23V410?
The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist.
Is it safe to drive a 2023 Sportage with recall 23V410?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Sportage shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the power assist, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V410?
Recall 23V410 covers 98,944 vehicles: 2023 Kia Sportage.
NHTSA lists 98,944 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Kia | Sportage |
What is the fix for the Sportage brake power assist recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC272.
When was recall 23V410 announced?
Kia America, Inc. reported recall 23V410 to NHTSA on June 7, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as July 21, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 7, 2023 | Kia America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V410000. |
| July 21, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 40 months ago. If your Sportage was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Sportage is part of recall 23V410?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V410 is open on your Sportage, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V410000 is open on your Sportage, it will be listed there, along with Kia recall number SC272. You can also ask any Kia dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Sportage owners do about recall 23V410?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V410000 applies to your Sportage.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Kia dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any power assist symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Sportage owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 190 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 34 of them about the brakes.
Since recall 23V410 was reported on June 7, 2023, owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 9 of them (28%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the brakes and were received on or after June 7, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related brakes issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 190 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 34 of them involve the brakes. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2023 Kia Sportage: 190 complaints in total, 34 about the brakes
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
My car is a 2023 Kia Sportage with 38,000 miles on it. I was informed upon getting my brake pads changed that my master cylinder for my brakes were not working, which is extremely dangerous and should not have happened until the car had at least 100,000 miles if ever.
2023 Kia Sportage owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11660074, filed May 9, 2025
Purchased a CPO Sportage XPro April 2025. As I am unfamiliar with the mechanisms of Kia, unbeknownst to me, my engine revved the first week of purchase. Since this incident, the engine has revved while braking on [XXX] while driving down a city street.
2023 Kia Sportage owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11680283, filed August 12, 2025
My 2023 Kia Sportage AWD has several ongoing safety issues that have been happening for over a year. The car stalls or hesitates at low speeds and during acceleration. I hear grinding or whining noises from the front end and drivetrain.
2023 Kia Sportage owner, CO, NHTSA complaint 11701844, filed November 28, 2025
Can recall 23V410 make my Sportage a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 23V410000 does not automatically make your Sportage a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Brake defects are safety defects. California's lemon law presumption can apply after two repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, when the manufacturer has been notified directly.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Sportage went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V410
Did the recall 23V410 fix work?
Since recall 23V410 was reported on June 7, 2023, owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 9 of them (28%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed July 21, 2023.
Is the 23V410000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Sportage is part of recall 23V410000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V410000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Kia. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.