Recall record at a glance
| Official record | 22V304000 |
|---|---|
| Category | Vehicle Recalls |
| Recalling firm | Kia Motors America |
| Component | STEERING:COLUMN |
| Report date | May 5, 2022 |
| Location | United States |
What the recall covers
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.
Potential consequence
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy described by NHTSA
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.
Vehicle pages currently linked in our database
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Additional NHTSA notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What to do next
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