Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Manufacturer
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your rear seat belt buckle anchor bolts don't meet safety standards, which could compromise your safety in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in an accident, you might not be properly restrained, which could lead to injury.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the faulty anchor bolts for free, starting February 24, 2003.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE SECOND AND THIRD SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARDS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 24, 2003. 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.
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