Recall 22V447000
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Safety Consequence
An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC241. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 22V-127. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | KIA | SORENTO HYBRID |
| 2022 | KIA | SORENTO HYBRID |
| 2022 | KIA | SORENTO PHEV |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.