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.

Air Bags — Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification — Front Passenger

Summary

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."

Actions

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.

Documents (12)

• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- SC207 - Dealer Principal Memo
• Miscellaneous Document - SC207 2021 K5, TELLURIDE AND FORTE OCS/ODS UNIT NON-COMPLIANCE SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN Q & A
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- SC207 - Dealer Parts and Service Manager Memo
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)- Telluride
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)- K5
• Chronology
• Noncompliance Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• Recall Quarterly Report
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2

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