The problem
The nuts attaching the rear axle bearing oil seal retainers and brake backing plates to the rear axle housing May be under- torqued causing these units to loosen or fall off.
The risk
This condition can cause (1) oil leakage into the rear brake and onto the brake linings; (2) rear brake damage from the axle nutsfalling into the rear brake drums; or (3) separation of the rear wheel/axleshaft from the vehicle resulting in an increased potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and retorque the rear axle bearing oil seal retainer nuts.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-073 (95V073000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Component | Suspension › Rear |
| Report date | April 11, 1995 |
| Owners notified | April 24, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,319 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-073 repair free?
Yes. Kia dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and retorque the rear axle bearing oil seal retainer nuts.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,319 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.