KIA 2019: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Product Description
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.
Reason for Recall
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.
Hazard
A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- KIA
- Distribution
- United States
- Official Source
- https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V459000
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