Component
WHEELS
Manufacturer
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a manufacturing flaw in its wheels that could cause them to crack over time. This can lead to noise and vibration while driving. You should be aware of any unusual noises coming from your wheels.
Risk if Unfixed
If a crack becomes severe, your wheel could break off and cause a loss of control, leading to a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will replace all four wheels for free. You can contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542 to schedule an appointment.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MANUFACTURING FLAW THAT COULD CAUSE THE WHEELS TO CRACK UNDER LONG TERM DRIVING FATIGUE. IF CRACKS OCCUR, WHEEL NOISE AND VIBRATION WILL RESULT AND BECOME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE OVER TIME.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE CRACK IS SEVERE, THE WHEEL COULD SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FOUR WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
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