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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 22V304000

STEERING:COLUMN

Published May 6, 2022 · Recall initiated: May 5, 2022

What's the hazard

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

What to do

Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.

Recall details

Brand
KIA
Model
FORTE
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Lot
2022 KIA FORTE | 2022 KIA RIO | 2021 KIA RIO | 2021 KIA FORTE
Risk classification
V
Country
US
View official NHTSA notice