NHTSA Campaign Id 03V017000; Date: Jan. 22, 2003
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.
Recalled Vehicles:2002 KIA Sedona
Component: Seat Belts:rear
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 21,248
Recall Summary:Certain Mini vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies. " the second and third seat belt buckle anchor bolts do not comply with the standards.
How to Fix:Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle anchor bolts. Owner notification began February 24, 2003. 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:Kia's recall number is sc023. Customers can also 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: Feb 24, 2003
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