Universal Air HT2149C HVAC Heater Core

Heater Core for Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson

Universal Air HT2149C is an aluminum HVAC heater core for select 2005-2010 Kia Sportage and 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson applications with Code DCC. It is built for direct replacement service in the heater core circuit and supports cabin heat performance when the original core is restricted, leaking, or no longer transferring heat properly.

Key Features

• Aluminum heater core construction
• Compatible With 2005-2010 Kia Sportage, N/A
• Compatible With 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson, N/A, with Code DCC
• HVAC heater core replacement for factory-style service
• Part number HT2149C for catalog and fitment lookup

Product Details

Universal Air’s Heater Core Aluminum line focuses on replacement HVAC core components for vehicles that need dependable heat transfer and proper coolant-to-air exchange inside the climate system. HT2149C is listed for the Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson applications shown below, making it a targeted option for buyers searching for a 2005-2010 Kia Sportage heater core aluminum or a 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson heater core with Code DCC. The HT2149C part number is also useful when cross-checking service records or matching an existing removed component.

This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.

What It Helps Address

• Weak or uneven cabin heat
• Coolant odor inside the passenger compartment
• Moisture or fogging caused by heater core leakage
• Restricted coolant flow through the HVAC core
• Loss of heat output in Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, model, and engine code details before ordering, especially for the Hyundai Tucson application that requires Code DCC. Confirm the existing heater core dimensions and hose connection layout against the removed unit before installation. After replacement, refill and bleed the cooling system according to factory service procedures to help prevent air pockets and restore normal heater operation. Use the HT2149C part number during parts verification to reduce ordering errors.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies HVAC replacement components for service-focused repairs, and this heater core is cataloged for the specific vehicle applications listed above. Fitment data is provided for 2005-2010 Kia Sportage and 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson models, with the Tucson application requiring Code DCC.