Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #22V304000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V304000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2021-2022 rio and forte vehicles Includes 30 affected units, Unsecured Steering Column, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2021-2022 rio and forte vehicles

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 rio and forte vehicles. a bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 27, 2022. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall sc235.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V304000

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2022-05-05T00:00:00

Subject: Unsecured steering column

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 30

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC235

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 rio and forte vehicles. a bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

Consequence Summary: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 27, 2022. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall sc235.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 60

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NHTSA ID: 22V304000

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Created At: 1742808662

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