Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V312000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V312000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2013 forte vehicles manufactured september 10, 2012, to october 31, 2012 Includes 5,245 affected units, Improperly Tightened Seat Belt Retractor Screws, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2013 forte vehicles manufactured september 10, 2012, to october 31, 2012
Defect Summary
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 forte vehicles manufactured september 10, 2012, to october 31, 2012. the screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace both front seatbelt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. The recall began july 1, 2016. Kia's number for this recall is sc132.