NHTSA recall 95V073000
Suspension · Kia America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: The nuts attaching the rear axle bearing oil seal retainers and brake backing plates to the rear axle housing may be under- torqued causing these units to loosen or fall off.
Why it matters: This condition can cause (1) oil leakage into the rear brake and onto the brake linings; (2) rear brake damage from the axle nutsfalling into the rear brake drums; or (3) separation of the rear wheel/axleshaft from the vehicle resulting in an increased potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and retorque the rear axle bearing oil seal retainer nuts.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1995 Kia Sportage.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 95V073000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.