1996 Kia Sportage recall: accelerator pedal
Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 15, 1996. It covers about 693 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 693
- reported
- Jul 15, 1996
- owners notified
- Jul 3, 1996
- related complaints
- 5
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- The accelerator pedal assembly could bind or stick during operation.
- Risk
- This condition can cause the accelerator to hold the throttle partially open, resulting in loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.
Recall number 96V131000
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sportage 1996 1996
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about acceleration problems.
Questions about recall 96V131000
Is there a recall on the 1996 Kia Sportage accelerator pedal?
Yes. Recall 96V131000, reported on July 15, 1996, covers about 693 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 96V131000?
Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.
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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