2021–2023 KIA K5: Air Bags recall
NHTSA campaign 23V149000 · 189K units potentially affected · filed Mar 7, 2023
What's wrong
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them not to deploy properly 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 reinstall the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC263.
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
- 23V149000
- Manufacturer no.
- SC263
- Manufacturer
- KIA America, Inc.
- Component
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
- Units affected
- 188,912
- Report received
- Mar 7, 2023
- Owner letters
- Apr 7, 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 K5 2021, 2022, 2023