NHTSA Recall 22V447000: Pretensioner (seat belts) and seat belts: front
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,199 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kia Sorento Hybrid.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V447000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC241 |
| Components | SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER; SEAT BELTS › FRONT |
| Report received | June 23, 2022 |
| Owner notification | August 17, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Safety risk
An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC241. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 22V-127. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V447000
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.