Air bagsRecall 23V-830 · Kia vehicles
Kia America, Inc. recall 23V-830 covers 2,967 Kia vehicles for a air bags problem, reported to NHTSA on December 22, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 80% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V830000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul and 2024 Seltos vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the side curtain air bags may deploy unexpectedly.
The risk
An air bag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace both side curtain air bag modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC289.
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
80%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 180 vehicles were listed as unreachable.