KIA SPORTAGE (2023) recall — Electrical System
Kia recalls 2023 Sportage models with digital instrument clusters that may not show tire pressure or warnings, risking crashes. Owners must update software free via dealer.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Kia is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles because their digital dashboards might not show critical safety information like tire pressure or warning lights, which could lead to crashes. This issue affects vehicles that were sold with a specific type of digital display. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81444-kia-2023-sportage-critical-info-not-displayed-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81444-kia-2023-sportage-critical-info-not-displayed-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V298000
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“Kia 2023 Sportage: Critical Info Not Displayed Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81444-kia-2023-sportage-critical-info-not-displayed-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #23V298000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V298000).
Why it’s dangerous
The instrument cluster may stop showing any information when the vehicle starts, meaning drivers won't see tire pressure or warning lights. This could cause crashes because critical safety information isn't displayed, violating federal safety standards.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2023 Kia Sportage models with digital instrument clusters (4.2" LCD screen) are affected. Drivers who rely on the dashboard for tire pressure or warning messages are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2023 Sportage has a digital instrument cluster with a 4.2" LCD screen. The recall covers vehicles sold with this specific display type.
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What to do — step by step
Update Software
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software for free to fix the display issue.
Contact Kia
Call Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule the update.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270.
Questions people ask
Do I need to stop using my car immediately?
No, the recall does not require stopping use. The software update is a fix that can be done safely while driving.
How do I know if my Sportage is affected?
Your 2023 Sportage is affected if it has a digital instrument cluster with a 4.2" LCD screen, as specified in the recall notice.
Is there a deadline for the software update?
The recall does not specify a deadline; dealers will update the software free of charge when you contact them.
Contact Kia
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kia to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V298000 — Kia Kia Hello, I own a Kia that is covered by recall 23V298000 from Kia. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #23V298000 (April 26, 2023)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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