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Kia Corporation PV5(SW1) — recall

Automotive · South Korea · 2026-05-13

Kia PV5 shock absorber bracket welding defect may cause vehicle swerving

Country	South Korea
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-05-13
Manufacturer	Kia Corporation
Models affected	PV5(SW1)
Units affected	1726
Defect	Recall due to the confirmed possibility that a welding defect in the shock absorber lower bracket could lead to sudden vehicle pulling/swerving if the bracket detaches during high-speed driving, thereby impairing driving stability.
Component	Suspension, other
Remedy	Inspect the front right shock absorber assembly LOT; if it's a problematic LOT, replace the shock absorber assembly.
Recall number	K6156
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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