2026–2027 KIA K4, KIA Telluride: Seat Belts recall
NHTSA campaign 26V135000 · 15K units potentially affected · filed Mar 6, 2026
What's wrong
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.
Why it matters
A seat belt buckle that is not latched properly can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC364. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V135000
- Manufacturer no.
- SC364
- Manufacturer
- KIA America, Inc.
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
- Units affected
- 14,870
- Report received
- Mar 6, 2026
- Owner letters
- May 5, 2026
- 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 K4 2026
- KIA Telluride 2027