CarRecallWatch- Component
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
- Risk
- If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC159.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles, a component on the side curtain airbags may detach when the curtain airbag inflates. If this happens, the loose part could enter the passenger compartment and act as a projectile inside the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Kia will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will replace the driver and passenger side curtain airbags at no cost to you. You can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 and reference recall number SC159. You should also check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls on the NHTSA website or through Kia.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Sorento | 2018 |
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