NHTSA Recall 26V356000: Seat belts: front
Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,264 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kia Telluride.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V356000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC372 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT |
| Report received | June 2, 2026 |
| Owner notification | July 20, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid vehicles. The driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Safety risk
A seat belt strap that does not extend can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 16, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V356000
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.