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WarningCampaign #24V025000Structure / Body

Kia Recalls Multiple Models: STRUCTURE

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 Kia Sportage
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Vehicle bodies on an automobile assembly line — representative photo for NHTSA structure/body recall
Vehicle bodies on an automobile assembly line (representative file photo of the affected component). Specific vehicle: see recall details below. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.5).

Affected Vehicles

  • 2024 Kia Sportage
  • 2024 Kia Carnival

Recall Summary

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.

Consequence

A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.

411 Press Analysis

Owners of 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles should be aware of a recall reported to NHTSA on January 18, 2024. The recall involves structure:body:roof and pillars. A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. Kia America, Inc. is providing repairs at no cost to owners. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule service. Check NHTSA.gov/recalls with your vehicle identification number for confirmation.

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