Jeep and Kia Recalls Highlight Enduring Safety Risks on South African Roads

Jeep and Kia recalls highlight enduring safety risks on South African roads

South African owners of Jeep Wranglers and several Kia models have been urged to act after safety-critical defects prompted a national recall earlier this week. Airbag failures in Wranglers and ABS malfunctions in Kias highlight ongoing concerns about vehicle safety, consumer rights and manufacturer accountability.

Massive vehicle recall hits nearly 19 000 drivers in South Africa

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued a major safety warning, announcing the urgent recall of a staggering 18,923 vehicles across the country, encompassing specific models of Jeep Wrangler and various Kia vehicles. Suppliers Stellantis South Africa and Kia South Africa informed the NCC of severe safety defects requiring immediate repair. “Consumers who are affected by these recalls are urged to take these recalls seriously and arrang…

Jeep Wrangler and thousands of Kia models recalled in South Africa

This can trigger an airbag warning light or prevent the driver's airbag from deploying during a crash