Recall 16V480000 — SUSPENSION:REAR Defect in 2016-2016 KIA SORENTO
RECALL This recall affects up to 7,901 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V480000 |
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Vehicles Affected | 7,901 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:REAR |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
Safety Consequence
The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service Department at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC137.
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