Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
There's a problem with the tie rods in your vehicle's steering system, which might not be strong enough because of a manufacturing flaw.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tie rod breaks, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the entire steering rack assembly, including the tie rod, for free, and they've already been notified by phone and mail.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE STEERING TIE RODS MAY HAVE A MANUFACTURING FLAW THAT AFFECTS THE METALLURGY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE ROD CRACKS OR FAILS, LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RACK ASSEMBLY, WHICH INCLUDES THE TIE ROD COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON APRIL 8, 2005. AN ADDITIONAL LETTER WAS SENT TO OWNERS WHO HAD NOT TAKEN THEIR VEHICLES IN FOR REPAIR. THIS LETTER WAS MAILED MAY 20, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
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