Recall 05V183000: Steering Rack Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

KIA/Spectra 2005

MANUFACTURER: KIA Motors America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 05V183000 RECALL DATE: April 12, 2005

COMPONENT: Steering: Linkages: Tie Rod Assembly

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 368

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles, the steering tie rods may have a manufacturing flaw that affects the metallurgy.

CONSEQUENCE:
If the rod cracks or fails, loss of vehicle steering control may occur which could result in a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the steering rack assembly, which includes the tie rod components. Owners were notified by telephone on April 8, 2005. An additional letter is being sent to owners who have not taken their vehicles in for repair. This letter is expected to be mailed during May 2005. Owners should contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.

NOTES:
KIA recall No. SC-047. Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.