NHTSA Recall 02V216000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V216000; Date: Aug. 16, 2002
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 KIA Sephia; 1996 KIA Sephia; 1997 KIA Sephia; 1998 KIA Sephia; 1995 KIA Sportage; 1996 KIA Sportage; 1997 KIA Sportage; 1998 KIA Sportage
Component: Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 189,706
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may "false latch" and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.
How to Fix:
Owner notification began December 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Recall Notes:
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 20, 2002
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