2023 KIA Telluride: Air Bags recall
NHTSA campaign 23V035000 · 32K units potentially affected · filed Jan 29, 2023
What's wrong
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Telluride vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the wire harnesses for the second row seat side air bags may become damaged, causing them not to deploy in the event of a crash.
Why it matters
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the air bag wire harnesses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC262.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V035000
- Manufacturer no.
- SC262
- Manufacturer
- KIA America, Inc.
- Component
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Units affected
- 31,943
- Report received
- Jan 29, 2023
- Owner letters
- Feb 28, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- KIA Telluride 2023