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2023 Kia Telluride recall: Air bags: side/window

NHTSA campaign 23V-035 · January 29, 2023 · Kia America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
23V035000
Reported
January 29, 2023
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Part
Air bags: side/window
Vehicles affected
About 31,943

What is wrong

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Telluride vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the wire harnesses for the second row seat side air bags may become damaged, causing them not to deploy in the event of a crash.

Safety risk

Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the air bag wire harnesses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC262.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Kia Telluride (2023). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What is the fix?

Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the air bag wire harnesses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC262.

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