Component
AIR BAGS
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
What Happened
The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) in your vehicle is a critical computer that helps your airbags deploy in an emergency. In some 2017-2019 Kia models, a design flaw could cause the ACU cover to short circuit and disable the airbags.
Risk if Unfixed
If your airbags don't work as they should, you could be at risk of serious injury in a crash. Airbags are your vehicle's last line of defense in a collision, and if they're not functioning, you're more likely to get hurt.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will inspect the ACU and update the software or replace it if needed – all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, so you can drive with confidence knowing your airbags are working properly.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.
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