NHTSA recall 04V305000
Seat Belts · Kia America, Inc.
June 24, 2004report date
251,594units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the front safety belt buckles may emit a "click" sound during the buckling process that is similar to the sound emitted when a buckle is being latched, when it is not.
Why it matters: The latch can then pull out of the buckle when tension is applied.
The fix: Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles. The recall began August 16, 2004. Owners should contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1999 Kia Sephia, 2000 Kia Sephia, 1999 Kia Sportage, 2000 Kia Sportage.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V305000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.