3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2002-08-28
Description
On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may false latch and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action
Owner notification began december 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 1999-11-29
Description
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The wires connected to the c123 and c124 connectors can be put under tension by movement of the engine, thus pulling the wires and connectors, loosening them and resulting in a loss of circuit continuity.
Consequence
This condition can cause engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install spring clips to lock the connectors together. In addition, the dealers will be instructed to solder a splice in the wire harness.
Notes
Owner notification began january 25, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
Posted on: 1997-12-19
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A microswitch on the rear hatch lock cylinder can malfunction causing the power door locks to unlock inadvertently.
Consequence
Should this occur, security from unwanted intrusion into the vehicle is lost.
Corrective Action
Dealers will modify the rear hatch door unlock circuit.
Notes
Owner notification began december 15, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4kia (1-800-333-4542).also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.