Recall 04V-305
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recalled the 1999 to 2000 Kia Sephia and 1 other model: Seat belts (front, buckle assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-305
- Reported
- June 24, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 251,594 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the front safety belt buckles may emit a "click" sound during the buckling process that is similar to the sound emitted when a buckle is being latched, when it is not.
The risk
The latch can then pull out of the buckle when tension is applied.
The fix
Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles. The recall began august 16, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Kia recall no. Sc039.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sephia 1999 to 2000
- Kia Sportage 1999 to 2000