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  NHTSA Recall 03V158000

NHTSA Campaign Id 03V158000; Date: Apr. 25, 2003

Such increased stopping distances could result in a crash.

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

2003 KIA Sedona

Component: Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/module

Manufactured by: Kia Motors America, Inc.

Affected Units:: 3,375

icon3 Recall Summary:

On certain passenger vehicles, there was a programming error in the anti-lock braking system (abs) electronic control module logic. The programming error could cause reduced braking force at speeds below 25 mph, which could result in increased stopping distances.

icon2 How to Fix:

Dealers will reprogram the control module. Owner notification began may 19, 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.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Kia recall no. Sc032. 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: May 19, 2003

Also see:

All recalls of KIA vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.