A headliner with inadequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Structure — Interior Panels — Ceiling

Date Announced
JUN 04, 2024
Vehicles Affected
2,401
Kia Recall #
SC317
NHTSA Campaign #
24V400000
Summary
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 EV9 vehicles. The headliner may not adequately protect passengers from impact in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection In Interior Impact."
Actions
Dealers will replace the impact absorbing plates mounted on the headliner, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC317.
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