NHTSA Recall 15V446000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,587 vehicles. It affects 2016 Kia Sorento.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V446000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC123 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | July 14, 2015 |
| Owner notification | August 18, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Sorento vehicles manufactured October 23, 2014, to December 10, 2014. The affected vehicles have a front passenger seat belt whose buckle latch assembly may prevent the front passenger from fastening the seat belt.
Safety risk
If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt buckle cover, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC123.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V446000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Sorento | 2016 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.