Recall 17V784000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Report Date
20171208
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2018 KIA SORENTO

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.