NHTSA recall 22V304000
Steering · Kia America, Inc.
May 5, 2022report date
30units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: 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 matters: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2021 Kia Forte, 2022 Kia Forte, 2021 Kia Rio, 2022 Kia Rio.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V304000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.