NHTSA recall 02V216000
Seat Belts · Kia America, Inc.
August 16, 2002report date
189,706units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may "false latch" and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix: Owner notification began December 20, 2002.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 1995 Kia Sephia
- 1995 Kia Sportage
- 1996 Kia Sephia
- 1996 Kia Sportage
- 1997 Kia Sephia
- 1997 Kia Sportage
- 1998 Kia Sephia
- 1998 Kia Sportage
All model years NHTSA lists
1995 Kia Sephia, 1996 Kia Sephia, 1997 Kia Sephia, 1998 Kia Sephia, 1995 Kia Sportage, 1996 Kia Sportage, 1997 Kia Sportage, 1998 Kia Sportage.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V216000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.