Recall 96V-131
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recalled the 1996 Kia Sportage: Vehicle speed control (accelerator pedal).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-131
- Reported
- July 15, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 693 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The accelerator pedal assembly could bind or stick during operation.
The risk
This condition can cause the accelerator to hold the throttle partially open, resulting in loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: fuel; throttle linagkes and control; pedal. Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles; ex model. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin during july 1996. A preliminary notification mailgram was sent to owners on july 3, 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4kia (1-[removed]). Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sportage 1996