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.
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.
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Source Page by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1249468-kia-sedona-2014-recall-latches-locks-linkages · Recall date January 6, 2016 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V389000
“KIA SEDONA (2014) recall — Latches/Locks/Linkages.” GovInfoNow, recall dated January 6, 2016. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1249468-kia-sedona-2014-recall-latches-locks-linkages. Based on NHTSA recall 16V389000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V389000).
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.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kia Motors America to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 16V389000 — Kia Motors America KIA SEDONA (2014) recall — Latches/Locks/Linkages Hello, I own a KIA SEDONA (2014) recall — Latches/Locks/Linkages that is covered by recall 16V389000 from Kia Motors America. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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