NHTSA 22V304000 United States
Kia Forte recall: Steering:column
Official safety recall 22V304000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign22V304000
ComponentSteering:column
Report date2022-05-05
ManufacturerKia Motors America
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Rio | 2021 | United States |
| Kia Rio | 2022 | United States |
| Kia Forte | 2021 | United States |
| Kia Forte | 2022 | United States |
The problem
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.
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
The official 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.