Kia recalls four EV9s in USA for unsecured seatbelt

Kia recalls four EV9s in U.S. for unsecured seatbelt

The all-electric Kia EV9 named 2024 World Car of the Year.

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Despite praise, the Kia EV9 has faced some issues.

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Recent recall of a small number of EV9s in the united states.

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Recall due to improperly secured retractor cover on front passenger seatbelt assembly.

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Issue affects automatic locking and emergency locking retractors.

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Retractors may not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

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Affected 2024 EV9 models may produce a grinding noise when using the seatbelt.

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Malfunctioning seatbelt poses a risk of injury in a crash.

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Recall limited to four EV9s delivered in the U.S., manufactured on October 17, 2023.

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Kia identified the issue on February 23 after a dealer reported a grinding noise in the seatbelt.

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No incidents reported, but specific affected vehicles identified. Kia alerted U.S. dealers to the recall on May 17.

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Owners will be notified via first-class mail starting June 5.

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Affected owners instructed to visit local Kia dealership for a seatbelt assembly replacement.

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Previous recall in April for differential gear bolts in the Gear Drive Unit (GDU) not properly torqued.

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Affected Kia EV9 owners should contact their local dealership for repairs.

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