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2026-2027 Kia K4 and Kia Telluride recall: anchorage

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 6, 2026. It covers about 14,870 vehicles.

vehicles affected
14,870
reported
Mar 6, 2026
owners notified
May 5, 2026
related complaints
9

Seat belts: rear/other: anchorage

What is 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.
Risk
A seat belt buckle that is not latched properly can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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 beginning March 20, 2026.

Recall number 26V135000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about seat belts problems.

Questions about recall 26V135000

Is there a recall on the 2026-2027 Kia K4 and Kia Telluride anchorage?

Yes. Recall 26V135000, reported on March 6, 2026, covers about 14,870 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V135000?

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 beginning March 20, 2026.

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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