Steering tie rod
Defect Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, the steering tie rods may have a manufacturing flaw that affects the metallurgy.
Safety Consequence
If the rod cracks or fails, loss of vehicle steering control may occur which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 05V183000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V183000?
NHTSA recall 05V183000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on April 28, 2005. It addresses: Steering tie rod. The recall affects approximately 368 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V183000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC-047. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.