NHTSA recall 23V-830 (23V830000)
air bags recall reported December 22, 2023 - about 2,967 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V830000
- Also written as
- 23V-830
- Manufacturer number
- SC289
- Reported
- December 22, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,967
- Component
- air bags
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
An air bag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-830 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.