Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03V135000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V135000 by Kia America, Inc.. Includes 4,276 affected units, KIA/SEATS, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, some of the second and third row seat strikers installed on the vehicle floor pan have been improperly heat treated and could break in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the seat strikers. owner notification began april 25, 2003. 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: 03V135000

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-04-03T00:00:00

Subject: Kia/seats

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 4,276

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SCO30

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, some of the second and third row seat strikers installed on the vehicle floor pan have been improperly heat treated and could break in a crash.

Consequence Summary: This could result in injuries to occupants of these seats.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the seat strikers. owner notification began april 25, 2003. 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

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NHTSA ID: 03V135000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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