NHTSA Recall 05V183000: Tie rod assembly (steering)
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 368 vehicles. It affects 2005 Kia Spectra.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V183000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC-047 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 28, 2005 |
| Owner notification | May 20, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the steering tie rods may have a manufacturing flaw that affects the metallurgy.
Safety risk
If the rod cracks or fails, loss of vehicle steering control may occur which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering rack assembly, which includes the tie rod components free of charge. Owners were notified by telephone on april 8, 2005. An additional letter was sent to owners who had not taken their vehicles in for repair. This letter was mailed may 20, 2005. Owners may contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.
Notes
KIA recall no. Sc-047.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V183000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Spectra | 2005 |
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.