2018 KIA SORENTO RECALL - #18V656000
RECALL FOR STEERING : ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2018 KIA SORENTO |
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| Manufacturer |
Kia Motors America |
| Manufactured between |
6/28/2017 - 7/20/2017 |
| Recalled on |
9/27/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Kia Motors America |
| Owners Notified on |
10/26/2018 |
| # Affected |
97 |
| Recalled for |
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
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| Description |
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate. |
| Consequences |
If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC167. |
| 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 |
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for AIR BAGS, SIDE/WINDOW
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for STEERING, COLUMN
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for TRAILER HITCHES
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for TRAILER HITCHES
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for TRAILER HITCHES
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for TRAILER HITCHES
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for TRAILER HITCHES
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for TRAILER HITCHES
2018 KIA SORENTO Recall for TRAILER HITCHES
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