NHTSA recall 22V-304 (22V304000)
steering recall reported May 5, 2022 - about 30 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V304000
- Also written as
- 22V-304
- Manufacturer number
- SC235
- Reported
- May 5, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~30
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-304 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.