Recall
Kia Forte — 22V304000
NHTSA ID
22V304000
Make
Kia
Model
Forte
Years Affected
2022
Recall Date
2022-05-05
Component
STEERING:COLUMN
Units Affected
30
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SC235
Summary
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.
Consequence
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
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.