Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V480000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V480000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2016 sorento vehicles Includes 7,901 affected units, Rear Crossmember Weld Fracture, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2016 sorento vehicles

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 sorento vehicles. a component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.

Corrective Action

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began july 27, 2016. owners may contact kia customer service department at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc137.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V480000

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2016-06-29T00:00:00

Subject: Rear crossmember weld fracture

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 7,901

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC137

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 sorento vehicles. a component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.

Consequence Summary: The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began july 27, 2016. owners may contact kia customer service department at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc137.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 86.07

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