Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating reports that certain Kia vehicles equipped with genuine Kia trailer wiring harness modules may experience electrical shorts that can result in overheating, smoke, or vehicle fires.
What Consumers Report
Consumers report:
- Burning odors while the vehicle is parked or operating.
- Smoke or melted electrical components near the trailer hitch wiring.
- Trailer wiring modules overheating after exposure to moisture.
- Receiving recall notices instructing owners to park outside.
- Waiting extended periods for replacement parts.
- Losing towing capability while awaiting repairs.
Why Consumers Should Be Concerned
Consumers purchase factory towing packages expecting safe and reliable operation. Defective trailer wiring modules may create fire hazards even when a trailer is not connected, exposing owners to property damage, repair costs, and diminished vehicle value.
Potential Claims May Include
- Product defect
- Design defect
- Failure to disclose a known defect
- Breach of express warranty
- Breach of implied warranty
- Consumer protection violations
Signs You May Be Affected
You may be affected if:
- You own a Kia vehicle equipped with a factory trailer tow package.
- Your trailer wiring module overheated or melted.
- You noticed smoke or burning odors.
- Your vehicle was recalled because of the trailer wiring harness.
- You experienced delays obtaining recall repairs.
If you have encountered these issues, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520.