2005 Kia Spectra recall: tie rod assembly
Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 28, 2005. It covers about 368 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 368
- reported
- Apr 28, 2005
- owners notified
- May 20, 2005
- related complaints
- 10
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the steering tie rods may have a manufacturing flaw that affects the metallurgy.
- Risk
- If the rod cracks or fails, loss of vehicle steering control may occur which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering rack assembly, which includes the tie rod components free of charge. Owners were notified by telephone on april 8, 2005. An additional letter was sent to owners who had not taken their vehicles in for repair. This letter was mailed may 20, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Recall number 05V183000
Affected vehicles
- Kia Spectra 2005 2005
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 05V183000
Is there a recall on the 2005 Kia Spectra tie rod assembly?
Yes. Recall 05V183000, reported on April 28, 2005, covers about 368 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V183000?
Dealers will replace the steering rack assembly, which includes the tie rod components free of charge. Owners were notified by telephone on april 8, 2005. An additional letter was sent to owners who had not taken their vehicles in for repair. This letter was mailed may 20, 2005. Owners may 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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