NHTSA Recall 03V135000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,276 vehicles. It affects 2002 Kia Sedona.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V135000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SCO30 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 3, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 25, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, some of the second and third row seat strikers installed on the vehicle floor pan have been improperly heat treated and could break in a crash.
Safety risk
This could result in injuries to occupants of these seats.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat strikers. Owner notification began april 25, 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 recall no. Sc030.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 03V135000
| 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.