1996 Kia Sportage recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1996 Kia Sportage, covering 213,892 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may "false latch" and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 02V216000 · Recall details
Latches/locks/linkages: hatchback/liftgate: lock
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A microswitch on the rear hatch lock cylinder can malfunction causing the power door locks to unlock inadvertently.
- Risk
- Should this occur, security from unwanted intrusion into the vehicle is lost.
- Remedy
- Dealers will modify the rear hatch door unlock circuit.
Recall number 97V234000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- The accelerator pedal assembly could bind or stick during operation.
- Risk
- This condition can cause the accelerator to hold the throttle partially open, resulting in loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.
Recall number 96V131000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Kia Sportage recalls
How do I check if my 1996 Kia Sportage has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1996 Kia Sportage have?
3, covering seat belts, latches/locks/linkages and vehicle speed control.
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