NHTSA Recall 16V389000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V389000; Date: Jun. 1, 2016
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 KIA Sedona; 2007 KIA Sedona; 2008 KIA Sedona; 2009 KIA Sedona; 2010 KIA Sedona; 2011 KIA Sedona; 2012 KIA Sedona; 2013 KIA Sedona; 2014 KIA Sedona
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America
Affected Units:: 219,800
Recall Summary:
Kia motors corporation (kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 kia sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
How to Fix:
Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch or clean and lubricate the latch, depending on the vehicle's location and the condition of the latch. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is sc134.
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 27, 2016
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