NHTSA Campaign 22V304000
STEERING:COLUMN
Issued by Kia Motors America · Reported May 5, 2022 · 30 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIA | FORTE | 2021 | 30 |
| KIA | FORTE | 2022 | 30 |
| KIA | RIO | 2021 | 30 |
| KIA | RIO | 2022 | 30 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V304000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.