Kia Motors America is recalling certain model year 2013 Forte vehicles manufactured September 10
— Recall Campaign #16V312000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 Forte vehicles manufactured September 10, 2012, to October 31, 2012. The screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5,245 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V312000
| Manufacturer: | Kia America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 17, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V312000 |
| Units affected: | 5,245 |
- Description:
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 Forte vehicles manufactured September 10, 2012, to October 31, 2012. The screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash.
- Consequeces:
- If a retaining plate breaks during a crash, pieces of the plate could strike the occupants, increasing risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace both front seatbelt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. The recall began July 1, 2016. Kia's number for this recall is SC132.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.