NHTSA Campaign Id 13V356000; Date: Aug. 13, 2013
A fractured front axle may result in a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, it may roll away. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2014 KIA Sorento
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
Manufactured by: Kia Motors Corporation
Affected Units:: 9,345
Recall Summary:Kia motors corp. Is recalling certain model year 2014 front wheel drive sorento vehicles manufactured January 7, 2013, through March 12, 2013; and equipped with 2. 4 liter engines. Due to a manufacturing issue, the right front axle shaft may fracture.
How to Fix:Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2013. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542 . Kia's recall number is sc099.
Recall Notes:Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 9, 2013
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