Component Description
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Kia Motors America
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20170628
End Date Of Manufacturing
20170720
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
97
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20181026
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Report Received Date
20180921
Record Creation Date
20180927
Defect Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.
Consequence Summary
If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC167.
Recall 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.
