Recall 21V164000 — AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER Defect in 2021-2021 KIA K5

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RECALL This recall affects up to 142 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 21V164000
Manufacturer Kia Motors America
Vehicles Affected 142
Component AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

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."

Safety Consequence

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.

Remedy

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 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.

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