NHTSA Recall 23V830000
Filed by Kia America, Inc.. Component: Air Bags. Reported 2023-12-22. An estimated 2,967 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.