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Kia Soul Recall 23V830: Side curtain airbags may deploy unexpectedly

NHTSA campaign 23V830, reported December 22, 2023, 2,967 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some vehicles have a manufacturing error that can cause the side curtain airbags to deploy without warning. An airbag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or a crash.

Authorized Kia dealers will inspect both side curtain airbag modules and replace them as needed. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2024. If you have questions, you can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the repair with an authorized dealer.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V830Kia America, Inc.
Component
AIR BAGS
Problem
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul and 2024 Seltos vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the side curtain air bags may deploy unexpectedly.
Risk
An air bag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace both side curtain air bag modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC289.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Kia Seltos2024
Kia Soul2023