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Kia Recall SC046: Steel Wheels
2001 Kia Rio
If the crack is severe, the wheel could separate from the vehicle and possibly result in loss of vehicle control and a crash.
Wheels
Date Announced
APR 20, 2005
Vehicles Affected
24,119
Kia Recall #
SC046
NHTSA Campaign #
05V159000
Summary
Certain passenger vehicles may have a manufacturing flaw that could cause the wheels to crack under long term driving fatigue. If cracks occur, wheel noise and vibration will result and become progressively worse over time.
Actions
Dealers will replace all four wheels free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2005. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Documents (11)
Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
Remedy Instructions and TSB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
Recall Acknowledgement
Defect and Noncompliance Notice(Part 573)
Quarterly Performance Report
Quarterly Performance Report
Quarterly Performance Report
Quarterly Performance Report
Quarterly Performance Report
Quarterly Performance Report