Suspension & Steering
The pinion plug may allow the pinion gear of the steering gear to separate from the steering gear assembly. Dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly as necessary free of charge to resolve the concern.
Recall repairs on your Kia must be performed by a Kia dealership. Kia will notify known owners of affected vehicles beginning in November, 2017. If you do not receive a notification, but wish to check to see if your vehicle is included, please contact one of your local Kia dealerships. They will also check for any other incomplete recalls on your vehicle. For best results, be prepared to provide your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the service department consultant you speak with. The Kia recall number is SC155.
If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.