CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
- Risk
- The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC137.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A weld on a rear suspension component may not have been applied properly. Over time the weld could break, which would throw off the rear suspension alignment and increase the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member and replace the rear cross-member assembly if needed. Kia will also notify affected owners directly.
If you own a 2016 Kia Sorento, check your VIN for open recalls and contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542 (recall SC137), or visit an authorized Kia dealer to schedule the inspection.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Sorento | 2016 |
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