recall information
Recall number
REC-005472
Campaign number
221077
Original published date
make and model information
Make
KIA
Model
BD Cerato
Year range
2022
Affected units
1,694
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The label with the required safety information and instructions may not have been affixed to the vehicle jack as required. This may result in inappropriate use of the vehicle jack.
What are the hazards?
If the vehicle jack is used inappropriately, the raised vehicle may fall. This would increase the risk of serious injury or death to anyone under or near the vehicle. The supplied jack may not be compliant with the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks, AS/NZS 2693:2007.
What should consumers do?
Owners can contact their local Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have their Vehicle Jack inspected for the correct label, free of charge.
Supplier details
KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
KIA Customer Service
Contact phone
131 542
Contact email
Customer_service@kia.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
