Manufacturer
82 recalls in our database name Kia Motors America as the manufacturing or recalling firm.
Of the 82 recalls from Kia Motors America we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 41 (50%) are Severe.
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Kia is recalling 2017-2018 Niro hybrid vehicles because a faulty relay may overheat the rear seat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Kia is recalling 2018 Sorento vehicles because an improperly welded cowl crossbar may allow the steering column to separate, increasing crash risk.
Kia is recalling 507,587 vehicles because the air bag control unit may short circuit, preventing frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying in a crash.
Kia is recalling 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles because the power sliding door may not auto-reverse if obstructed, increasing injury risk.
Kia is recalling 2017 Niro vehicles because a leaking hydraulic clutch actuator seal may cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Kia is recalling 2017-2018 Optima hybrid vehicles because a voltage protection device may activate inadvertently, causing a loss of power in EV mode and increasing crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2018 Sorento vehicles because a side curtain air bag component may detach during deployment, posing a projectile injury risk.
Kia is recalling 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles because a deteriorating brake pedal stopper pad may keep brake lights on or allow shifting without pressing the brake pedal.
Kia is recalling 2014-2016 Soul and Soul EV vehicles because a pinion plug defect may allow the pinion gear to separate, potentially causing loss of steering and increasing crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2017 Sorento vehicles with 3.3L engines because the crankshaft may fail, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Kia is recalling 2011-2014 Optima, Sorento, and Sportage vehicles because machining errors may cause premature engine bearing wear, potentially leading to engine seizure and increased crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2017 Cadenza vehicles because a kinked brake vacuum hose may reduce braking performance, increasing crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2017 Niro Hybrid vehicles because a damaged steering connector may cause a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Kia is recalling one 2016 Optima because the driver's frontal air bag inflator seal may not be installed properly, potentially reducing inflation in a crash.
Kia is recalling 2016-2017 Sorento and 2017 Sportage vehicles because a trailer hitch wiring malfunction may cause brake lights to stay on, confusing other drivers.
Kia is recalling 2008-2009 Sportage vehicles because a wire harness cover may allow water to enter, causing corrosion and an increased risk of engine compartment fire.
Kia is recalling 2016 Sorento vehicles because inadequate welds on the driver's seatback frame may cause it to break in a crash, increasing injury risk.
Kia is recalling 12,214 model year 2016 Optima vehicles because the right front axle driveshaft may crack and fail, potentially causing the vehicle to stop moving or roll unexpectedly.
Kia is recalling 2016 Sorento vehicles because a rear suspension component may not be properly welded, which could break and increase the risk of a crash.
Kia is recalling 2006-2012 Sedona minivans in specific states because front lower control arms may break due to salt water corrosion, increasing crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2006-2014 Sedona vehicles because the secondary hood latch may bind, allowing the hood to open while driving and increasing crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2013 Fortes because front seatbelt retractor screws may be loose. This could cause the retractor plate to break in a crash, striking occupants.
Kia is recalling 2016 Optima vehicles because the driver's frontal air bag may not deploy fully in a crash, increasing injury risk.
Kia is recalling 2015-2016 K900 vehicles because a faulty switch may cause headlights to flicker or turn off, increasing crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2011 Fortes because a defective transmission cooler hose may leak fluid, potentially causing the vehicle to stop moving and increasing crash risk.
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