Side/window: curtainRecall 22V-878 · 2023 Kia Sportage
Kia America, Inc. recall 22V-878 covers 76,918 2023 Kia Sportage for a side/window: curtain problem, reported to NHTSA on November 28, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 90% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V878000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by NHTSA (compliance).
The problem
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been twisted during installation.
The risk
A twisted air bag can deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC257.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
90%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2,938 vehicles were listed as unreachable.