NHTSA Recall 04V305000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V305000; Date: Jun. 24, 2004
The latch can then pull out of the buckle when tension is applied.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 KIA Sephia; 2000 KIA Sephia; 1999 KIA Sportage; 2000 KIA Sportage
Component: Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 251,594
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the front safety belt buckles may emit a "click" sound during the buckling process that is similar to the sound emitted when a buckle is being latched, when it is not.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles. The recall began August 16, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Recall Notes:
Kia recall no. Sc039. 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: Aug 16, 2004
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