NHTSA Recall 05V232000: Wheels
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 37,358 vehicles. It affects 2003–2005 Kia Sedona.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V232000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC-049 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Report received | May 19, 2005 |
| Owner notification | June 13, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain MINI vans equipped with alloy wheels, moisture can accumulate around the rear hub caps causing damage to the outer wheel bearing.
Safety risk
Wheel bearing failure may occur without warning which could result in a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
KIA recall no. Sc-049. 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 05V232000
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.