2016 Kia Sorento recall: rear
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on June 29, 2016. It covers about 7,901 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 7,901
- reported
- Jun 29, 2016
- owners notified
- Jul 27, 2016
- related complaints
- 13
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
- Risk
- The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service Department at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC137.
Recall number 16V480000
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sorento 2016 2016
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 13 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 16V480000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Kia Sorento rear?
Yes. Recall 16V480000, reported on June 29, 2016, covers about 7,901 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V480000?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service Department at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC137.
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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