NHTSA Campaign Id 16V480000; Date: Jun. 29, 2016
The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2016 KIA Sorento
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America
Affected Units:: 7,901
Recall Summary:Kia motors America (kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
How to Fix:Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016. Owners may contact kia customer service department at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc137.
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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