Recall 16V-480
Kia Motors America recalled the 2016 Kia Sorento: Suspension (rear).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-480
- Reported
- June 29, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 7,901 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
The risk
The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service Department at 1-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC137.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sorento 2016