NHTSA Recall 17V784000: Air bags: side/window
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,014 vehicles. It affects 2018 Kia Sorento.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V784000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC159 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW |
| Report received | December 8, 2017 |
| Owner notification | December 18, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
Safety risk
If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC159.
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 17V784000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Sorento | 2018 |
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.