In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.

Air Bags — Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification — Front Passenger

Date Announced
MAR 11, 2021
Vehicles Affected
142
Kia Recall #
SC207
NHTSA Campaign #
21V164000
Summary
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."
Actions
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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