Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The rear brake hoses in your vehicle may not be in the correct position, which can cause them to wear out and leak brake fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your brakes may not work properly, leading to a crash that could cause injuries.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to a dealership, where they will inspect and adjust or replace the brake hoses for free.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSES MAY BE OUT OF POSITION. AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSE MAY CONTACT REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS AND OVER TIME BREACH THE INTEGRITY OF THE HOSE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS WOULD RESULT IN THE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, WHICH COULD CAUSE DECREASED BRAKE FUNCTION, LEADING TO CRASH AND PERSONAL INJURIES.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POSITIONING OF THE REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSES AND ADJUST OR REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
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