Recall 02V-216: 1995–1998 Kia Sephia, 1995–1998 Kia Sportage
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Aug 16, 2002, covering about 189,706 vehicles.
The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may "false latch" and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Owner notification began december 20, 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 | Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V216000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sephia | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Kia Sportage | 1995, 1996, 1997, 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-216?
On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may "false latch" and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.
How is recall 02V-216 fixed?
Owner notification began december 20, 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.