2003-2005 Kia Rio recall: child seat
Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 12, 2005. It covers about 90,865 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 90,865
- reported
- Dec 12, 2005
- owners notified
- Jan 30, 2006
Child seat
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, 'child restraint anchorage systems.' certain child restraint anchors will not fully latch onto the lower latch anchors located between the rear seat back and rear seat cushion because of interference between the child seat anchors and a metal wire located in the frame of the rear seat back. Until the recall repair is completed, follow the instructions provided by your child seats manufacturer on how to properly install the child seat with your vehicle's rear safety belts rather than using the latch system.
- Risk
- In the event of a vehicle crash, if the child seat is not properly installed, personal injury or death could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the lower anchors free of charge. The recall began on january 30, 2006. Owners may contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Recall number 05V557000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 05V557000
Is there a recall on the 2003-2005 Kia Rio child seat?
Yes. Recall 05V557000, reported on December 12, 2005, covers about 90,865 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V557000?
Dealers will replace the lower anchors free of charge. The recall began on january 30, 2006. 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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