CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEATS
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Sorento vehicles manufactured March 3, 2016 to March 21, 2016. The driver's seatback frame may have been produced with inadequate weld joints and, as a result, the seatback may not function as designed in the event of a rear-end collision.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the driver seatback frame could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds and replace the driver seatback frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC140.
- 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
Some 2016 Sorento vehicles built between March 3 and March 21, 2016 may have a driver's seatback frame with inadequate weld joints. In a rear-end collision, the seatback may not perform as designed and could break.
If the seatback frame fails in a crash, it may not hold the driver in place, which increases the risk of injury. Owners should take this recall seriously and arrange a repair as soon as possible.
Kia will notify affected owners. Authorized dealers will inspect the seatback welds and replace the driver seatback frame if needed, at no cost to you. You can also contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 (Kia recall number SC140), and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Sorento | 2016 |
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