Kia · United States · High
Kia K5: Air bags — curtain
Affects Kia K5 · 2021–2023 — about 189K vehicles.
The hazard
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
What to do
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.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational