NHTSA Recall 96V131000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V131000; Date: Jul. 15, 1996
This condition can cause the accelerator to hold the throttle partially open, resulting in loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 KIA Sportage
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 693
Recall Summary:
The accelerator pedal assembly could bind or stick during operation.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.
Recall Notes:
System: fuel; throttle linagkes and control; pedal. Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles; ex model. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin during July 1996. A preliminary notification mailgram was sent to owners on July 3, 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4kia (1-800-333-4542). Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 3, 1996
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