2013 Kia Forte recall: retractor
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on May 17, 2016. It covers about 5,245 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,245
- reported
- May 17, 2016
- owners notified
- Jul 1, 2016
- related complaints
- 8
Seat belts: front: retractor
- What is wrong
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 Forte vehicles manufactured September 10, 2012, to October 31, 2012. The screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash.
- Risk
- If a retaining plate breaks during a crash, pieces of the plate could strike the occupants, increasing risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace both front seatbelt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. The recall began July 1, 2016. Kia's number for this recall is SC132.
Recall number 16V312000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about seat belts problems.
Questions about recall 16V312000
Is there a recall on the 2013 Kia Forte retractor?
Yes. Recall 16V312000, reported on May 17, 2016, covers about 5,245 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V312000?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace both front seatbelt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. The recall began July 1, 2016. Kia's number for this recall is SC132.
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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