2019 KIA FORTE RECALL - #20V459000
RECALL FOR POWER TRAIN : AXLE ASSEMBLY : AXLE SHAFT
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2019 KIA FORTE |
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| Manufacturer |
Kia Motors America |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
8/6/2020 |
| Influenced by |
Kia Motors America |
| Owners Notified on |
9/2/2020 |
| # Affected |
834 |
| Recalled for |
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
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| Description |
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break. |
| Consequences |
A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2019 KIA FORTE Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, HEADLIGHTS
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