NHTSA recall 21V-622 (21V622000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported August 9, 2021 - about 253,074 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V622000
- Also written as
- 21V-622
- Manufacturer number
- SC216
- Reported
- August 9, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~253,074
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Why it is dangerous
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC216.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-622 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.