Recall 17V-784
Kia Motors America recalled the 2018 Kia Sorento: Air bags (side/window).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-784
- Reported
- December 8, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 2,014 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
The risk
If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC159.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sorento 2018