Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sorento vehicles. A component of the rear suspension may not be properly welded.
Kia America – Rear Crossmember Weld Fracture
| Report Received Date | 06/29/2016 |
| NHTSA ID | 16V480000 |
| Consequence Summary | The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service Department at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC137. |
| Recall Code | SC137 |
| Potentially Affected | 7901 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V480000) |
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