NHTSA recall 05V183000
Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
KIA Spectra
Reported Apr 28, 2005368 vehicles affectedKIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number SC-047Built Feb 22, 2005 – Mar 28, 2005
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the steering tie rods may have a manufacturing flaw that affects the metallurgy.
The risk
If the rod cracks or fails, loss of vehicle steering control may occur which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the steering rack assembly, which includes the tie rod components free of charge. owners were notified by telephone on april 8, 2005. an additional letter was sent to owners who had not taken their vehicles in for repair. this letter was mailed may 20, 2005. owners may contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.