Recall 21V-164
Kia Motors America recalled the 2021 Kia Forte and 2 other models: Air bags (sensor, occupant classification, front passenger); Air bags (air bag/restraint control module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-164
- Reported
- March 11, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 142 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
The fix
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.
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 Forte 2021
- Kia K5 2021
- Kia Telluride 2021