Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #24V244000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 24V244000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2023 forte vehicles Includes 215 affected units, Front Lower Control Arm May Fail, component: SUSPENSION, 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. the right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 17, 2024. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc306. this recall expands previous nhtsa recall number 23v-649.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 24V244000

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2024-04-01T00:00:00

Subject: Front lower control arm may fail

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 215

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC306

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2023 forte vehicles. the right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.

Consequence Summary: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 17, 2024. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc306. this recall expands previous nhtsa recall number 23v-649.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: Yes

Completion Rate: 61.72

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NHTSA ID: 24V244000

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