Recall 16V389000

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

Report Date
20160601
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Affected Vehicles
9 models

Defect Description

Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.

Safety Consequence

If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch or clean and lubricate the latch, depending on the vehicle's location and the condition of the latch. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC134.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2006 KIA SEDONA
2007 KIA SEDONA
2008 KIA SEDONA
2009 KIA SEDONA
2010 KIA SEDONA
2011 KIA SEDONA
2012 KIA SEDONA
2013 KIA SEDONA
2014 KIA SEDONA

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.