NHTSA Recall 22V304000

STEERING:COLUMNMay 5, 2022· Kia Motors America

Summary

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2021	Kia	Forte
2022	Kia	Forte
2021	Kia	RIO
2022	Kia	RIO

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