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2023-2024 Kia Seltos and Kia Soul recall: air bags

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 22, 2023. It covers about 2,967 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,967
reported
Dec 22, 2023
owners notified
Jan 31, 2024
related complaints
6

Air bags

What is 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.
Risk
An air bag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 23V830000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about airbags problems.

2024 Kia Seltos2023 Kia Soul

Questions about recall 23V830000

Is there a recall on the 2023-2024 Kia Seltos and Kia Soul air bags?

Yes. Recall 23V830000, reported on December 22, 2023, covers about 2,967 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V830000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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