NHTSA recall 03V-017 (03V017000)

seat belts recall reported January 22, 2003 - about 21,248 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 03V017000
Also written as: 03V-017
Manufacturer number: SC023
Reported: January 22, 2003
Vehicles affected: ~21,248
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE SECOND AND THIRD SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARDS.

Why it is dangerous

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 24, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 03V-017 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Kia Sedona - 2002

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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.