The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that she had become aware that the 2nd row middle seat belt clip did not fit in the designated buckle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that it was a factory defect. The dealer determined that the 2nd row middle seat belt buckle assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
| VIN Pattern | KNDMB5C1*H6****** |
| Drive Type | 4x2 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) |
| Manufacturer | HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC (HATCI) |
| Make | KIA |
| Model | Sedona |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Trim | LX |
| Body Class | Minivan |
| Vehicle Type | MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV) |
| Engine Manufacturer | KMC |
| Engine HP | 276 |
| Engine KW | 205.813 |
| Engine Displacement (L) | 3.3 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 3300 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 201.378 |
| Other Engine Info | LAMDA - II, GDI |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Transmission Style | Automatic |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring System | Optional |
| Rear Visibility System | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Direct |
| Keyless Ignition | Optional |
| Auto Reverse System | Standard |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Curtain Air Bags | 1st and 2nd and 3rd Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Plant Company Name | Hyundai |
| Plant City | SOHARI (EXPORTED VEHICLE) |
| Plant Country | SOUTH KOREA |