NHTSA Recall 16V312000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V312000; Date: May. 17, 2016
If a retaining plate breaks during a crash, pieces of the plate could strike the occupants, increasing risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 KIA Forte
Component: Seat Belts:front:retractor
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America
Affected Units:: 5,245
Recall Summary:
Kia motors America (kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 forte vehicles manufactured September 10, 2012, to October 31, 2012. The screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash.
How to Fix:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace both front seatbelt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. The recall began July 1, 2016. Kia's number for this recall is sc132.
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: Jul 1, 2016
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