NHTSA recall 17V784000
Air bags › Side/window
KIA Sorento
Reported Dec 8, 20172,014 vehicles affectedKia Motors AmericaMaker’s number SC159Built Sep 5, 2017 – Nov 29, 2017
The 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.
The 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.
The 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.