Investigation EA04007: 1999–2000 Kia Sephia

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Feb 27, 2004

Closed

Jul 26, 2004

Model years

1999–2000

Subject

Seat belt buckle false latch/malfunction

Component: Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly

Summary

The manufacturer has initiated a safety related campaign to recall the subject vehicles for correction of the seat belt buckle defect.the corrective action is to replace the seat belts/buckles.this safety recall program has been assigned nhtsa campaign no. 04v305.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2000 Kia Sephia266 complaints
• 1999 Kia Sephia428 complaints