Recall 02V-207: 1998 Kia Sephia
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jul 29, 2002, covering about 25,000 vehicles.
The problem
On certain passenger vehicles with 36,000 miles or less as of july 15, 2002, an electrical contact problem may have developed in the hazard switch which could result in inoperative hazard lights and/or inoperative turn signals.
The risk
The loss of turn signals or rear hazard lamps could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is turning and/or is stopped and could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the hazard switch. Owner notification began september 6, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Hazard Flashing Warning Lights › Switch |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V207000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sephia | 1998 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 02V-207?
On certain passenger vehicles with 36,000 miles or less as of july 15, 2002, an electrical contact problem may have developed in the hazard switch which could result in inoperative hazard lights and/or inoperative turn signals.
How is recall 02V-207 fixed?
Dealers will replace the hazard switch. Owner notification began september 6, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.