NHTSA recall 23V-149 (23V149000)
air bags recall reported March 7, 2023 - about 188,912 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V149000
- Also written as
- 23V-149
- Manufacturer number
- SC263
- Reported
- March 7, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~188,912
- Component
- air bags
What is being recalled
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them not to deploy properly in the event of a crash.
Why it is dangerous
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC263.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-149 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.