NHTSA Campaign #05V329000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

JULY 20
2005

118,447 vehicles recalled

2003 KIA SEDONA -- On certain mini vans, freezing conditions can cause water on the throttle cable to freeze during normal operation. Resistance to movement of the throttle cable can occur when the driver lifts their foot off of the gas pedal.

This can cause the cable to stick, thus preventing the engine from returning to idle and causing the vehicle to maintain speed or accelerate. Such an event can occur without warning and could cause a crash.

Dealers will modify a protective sleeve around the throttle cable. The recall began on August 15, 2005. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V329000 »

NHTSA Campaign #05V232000 WHEELS

MAY 19
2005

37,358 vehicles recalled

2003 KIA SEDONA -- On certain mini vans equipped with alloy wheels, moisture can accumulate around the rear hub caps causing damage to the outer wheel bearing.

Wheel bearing failure may occur without warning which could result in a crash.

Dealers will replace the rear hub caps free of charge. Upon inspection, some vehicles will also require replacement of the rear outer bearings and/or hub assembly. The recall began on June 13, 2005. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V232000 »

NHTSA Campaign #05V013000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

JANUARY 19
2005

89,238 vehicles recalled

2003 KIA SEDONA -- On certain mini vans, during assembly, the throttle cable would twist itself out of position.

This can permit the cable to be hung up, which could result in a crash.

Dealers will replace the throttle cable free of charge. Vehicles produced from March 20, 2001 through November 7, 2001 will have a guide clip installed on the throttle body assembly in order to ensure that the tension force cable does not move out of position. Vehicles manufactured beginning on November 8, 2001, already have the extended guide, which accomplishes the same objective. The recall began March 21, 2005. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V013000 »

NHTSA Campaign #03V158000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

APRIL 25
2003

3,375 vehicles recalled

2003 KIA SEDONA -- On certain passenger vehicles, there was a programming error in the anti-lock braking system (ABS) electronic control module logic. The programming error could cause reduced braking force at speeds below 25 mph, which could result in increased stopping distances.

Such increased stopping distances could result in a crash.

Dealers will reprogram the control module. Owner notification began May 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #03V158000 »