NHTSA Recall 03V017000: Seat belts: rear/other
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21,248 vehicles. It affects 2002 Kia Sedona.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V017000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC023 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER |
| Report received | January 22, 2003 |
| Owner notification | February 24, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain MINI vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the second and third seat belt buckle anchor bolts do not comply with the standards.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle anchor bolts. Owner notification began february 24, 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.
Notes
KIA's recall number is sc023.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V017000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Sedona | 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.