This document describes a Kia Sportage recall affecting 23,887 vehicles manufactured between September 8, 2022, and June 14, 2023, due to a faulty vacuum pump that could lead to increased brake pedal force and an illuminated engine indicator light. The solution involves an engine control unit software update at an authorized workshop. This information is monitored by the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA) under reference number 14840R and an internal manufacturer code of 240S33. Owners are advised to contact an authorized dealer with their VIN to confirm if their vehicle is affected.

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