Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Passenger And Sport Utility Vehicles, The Front Safety Belt Buckles May Emit A “Click” Sound During The Buckling Process That Is Similar To The Sound Emitted When A Buckle Is Being Latched, When It Is Not.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
SEPHIA
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
04V305000
Component Description
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
The Latch Can Then Pull Out Of The Buckle When Tension Is Applied.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace Both Front Seat Belt Buckles. The Recall Began August 16, 2004. Owners Should Contact Kia At 1-800-333-4542.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19980601
End Of Manufacture
20000731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
251594
Date Owners Notified
20040816
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20040624
Make Campaign Number
SC039