2021 Kia K5 | 2021 Kia Forte | 2021 Kia Telluride — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger
Published March 12, 2021 · Recall initiated: March 11, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V164000, published March 12, 2021 and initiated March 11, 2021. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2021 Kia K5 | 2021 Kia Forte | 2021 Kia Telluride — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger.
What's the hazard
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.
What to do
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- K5
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2021 KIA K5 | 2021 KIA FORTE | 2021 KIA TELLURIDE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Kia K5 | 2021 Kia Forte | 2021 Kia Telluride — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V164000 on March 12, 2021. Reported hazard: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: K5.