NHTSA recall 16V480000
Suspension › Rear
KIA Sorento
Reported Jun 29, 20167,901 vehicles affectedKia Motors AmericaMaker’s number SC137
The defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
The risk
The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service Department at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC137.