SC159 – Side Curtain Airbag Replacement – 2018 Kia Sorento

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles.

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V784

Manufacturer  Kia Motors America

Components AIR BAGS

Potential Number of Units Affected 2,014

Inflator Component may Detach During Deployment

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.

Summary

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.

Remedy

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 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC159.

Notes

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.safercar.gov.

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