NHTSA Recall 23V149000: Curtain (air bags)
Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 188,912 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Kia K5.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V149000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC263 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN |
| Report received | March 7, 2023 |
| Owner notification | April 7, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them not to deploy properly in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC263.
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 23V149000
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.