2023–2024 KIA Seltos, KIA Soul: Air Bags recall
NHTSA campaign 23V830000 · 2,967 units potentially affected · filed Dec 22, 2023
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
An air bag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or crash.
The fix
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.
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
- 23V830000
- Manufacturer no.
- SC289
- Manufacturer
- KIA America, Inc.
- Component
- AIR BAGS
- Units affected
- 2,967
- Report received
- Dec 22, 2023
- Owner letters
- Jan 31, 2024
- 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 Seltos 2024
- KIA Soul 2023