Issue ID | 1492649 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11122337 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | NIRO |
Model Year | 2017 |
File date | 25/08/18 |
Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Passager door handle completely came apart while trying to open the door; rendering the door inoperable. In an emergency, this can leave a passenger stuck if the driver or first responders cannot access them. There is a service bulletin (tsbbod173) issued for this problem but due to the safety hazard, this should be a full recall. A search of the internet shows this is not an isolated issue. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 19000 |
Number of Occurences | |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | TANEYTOWN, MD |
VIN pattern | KNDCB3LC7H5XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 19/09/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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