Recall 05V-159
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2001 Kia Rio: Wheels.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-159
- Reported
- April 20, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 24,119 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain passenger vehicles may have a manufacturing flaw that could cause the wheels to crack under long term driving fatigue. If cracks occur, wheel noise and vibration will result and become progressively worse over time.
The risk
If the crack is severe, the wheel could separate from the vehicle and possibly result in loss of vehicle control and a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace all four wheels free of charge. The recall began on june 22, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Kia recall no. Sc046.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Kia Rio 2001