Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Sport Utility Vehicles Without An Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs). The Steering Intermediate Shaft Coupling Can Contact A Hydraulic Brake Pipe Causing Fluid Leakage.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
SPORTAGE
Year
1998
Recall Campaign Number
98V222000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Can Cause A Loss Of Rear Brake Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And, If Necessary, Increase The Clearance Between The Brake Pipe And Steering Intermediate Shaft Coupling.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19970919
End Of Manufacture
19980502
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
39656
Date Owners Notified
19981019
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
19980915