1996-1997 Kia Sportage recall: lock

Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 17, 1997. It covers about 23,493 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 23,493
reported: Dec 17, 1997
owners notified: Dec 15, 1997
related complaints: 7

Latches/locks/linkages: hatchback/liftgate: lock

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A microswitch on the rear hatch lock cylinder can malfunction causing the power door locks to unlock inadvertently.
Risk: Should this occur, security from unwanted intrusion into the vehicle is lost.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the rear hatch door unlock circuit.

Recall number 97V234000

Affected vehicles

Kia Sportage 1996-1997 1996 1997

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 7 complaints about locks problems.

1996 Kia Sportage 1997 Kia Sportage

Questions about recall 97V234000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1997 Kia Sportage lock?

Yes. Recall 97V234000, reported on December 17, 1997, covers about 23,493 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 97V234000?

Dealers will modify the rear hatch door unlock circuit.

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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