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1999-2000 Kia Sephia and Kia Sportage recall: buckle assembly

Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 24, 2004. It covers about 251,594 vehicles.

vehicles affected
251,594
reported
Jun 24, 2004
owners notified
Aug 16, 2004
related complaints
54

Seat belts: front: buckle assembly

What is wrong
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the front safety belt buckles may emit a "click" sound during the buckling process that is similar to the sound emitted when a buckle is being latched, when it is not.
Risk
The latch can then pull out of the buckle when tension is applied.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles. The recall began august 16, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.

Recall number 04V305000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 54 complaints about seat belts problems.

1999 Kia Sephia2000 Kia Sephia1999 Kia Sportage2000 Kia Sportage

Questions about recall 04V305000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Kia Sephia and Kia Sportage buckle assembly?

Yes. Recall 04V305000, reported on June 24, 2004, covers about 251,594 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V305000?

Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles. The recall began august 16, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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