Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02V216000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V216000 by Kia America, Inc.. Includes 189,706 affected units, KIA/SEAT BELT BUCKLE, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may "false latch" and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.

Corrective Action

Owner notification began december 20, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V216000

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2002-08-16T00:00:00

Subject: Kia/seat belt buckle

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 189,706

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC027

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may "false latch" and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.

Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Corrective Action: Owner notification began december 20, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-c8w8~8nu7~8tub

NHTSA ID: 02V216000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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