NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 20V459000
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Published August 6, 2020 · Recall initiated: August 5, 2020
What's the hazard
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.
What to do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195.
Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- FORTE
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2019 KIA FORTE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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