2021 Kia Rio Recalls
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 22V304000
RECALL DATE: 2022-05-06
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.
CONSEQUENCES
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.
COMPONENT AFFECTED
STEERING:COLUMN
NOTES
Kia America, Inc.
