Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #22V906000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V906000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2023 forte vehicles Includes 939 affected units, Loss of Steering Control from Cracked Knuckle, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2023 forte vehicles

Defect Summary

Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2023 forte vehicles. due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 12, 2023. owner may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc259.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V906000

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2022-12-08T00:00:00

Subject: Loss of steering control from cracked knuckle

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 939

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC259

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2023 forte vehicles. due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.

Consequence Summary: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 12, 2023. owner may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc259.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 83.05

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NHTSA ID: 22V906000

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