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Recall 05V-232

KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2003 to 2005 Kia Sedona: Wheels.

At a glance

Campaign number
05V-232
Reported
May 19, 2005
Vehicles affected
37,358 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain mini vans equipped with alloy wheels, moisture can accumulate around the rear hub caps causing damage to the outer wheel bearing.

The risk

Wheel bearing failure may occur without warning which could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the rear hub caps free of charge. Upon inspection, some vehicles will also require replacement of the rear outer bearings and/or hub assembly. The recall began on june 13, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Kia recall no. Sc-049. 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