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NHTSA Recall 24V962000: Critical fasteners (seats)

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22,883 vehicles. It affects 2024–2025 Kia EV9.

22,883
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (January 24)
NHTSA campaign24V962000
Manufacturer campaignSC329
ComponentSEATS › CRITICAL FASTENERS
Report receivedDecember 20, 2024
Owner notificationJanuary 24, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 EV9 vehicles. The second- and third-row seat mounting bolts may be missing.

Safety risk

Seats without mounting bolts may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and install mounting bolts as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC329.

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 nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 24V962000

Make and modelModel years
Kia EV92024, 2025

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.