Damage to the wire harness could result in the side air bag not deploying in an accident.

Air Bags — Side/Window

Date Announced
MAY 01, 2001
Vehicles Affected
16,231
Kia Recall #
SC020
NHTSA Campaign #
01V156000
Summary
Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles. The side air bag wire harness for the driver position could be mis-routed, which could result in it being pinched or cut by the seat cushion tilt mechanism.
Actions
Dealers will check for proper routing of the side air bag wire harness and secure it in place with a plastic tie-wrap. If the wire harness is damaged, it will be replaced. Owner notification is expected to begin during May 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.
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