Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
What Happened
The emergency locking retractor in your Telluride's front seat belt is designed to lock in a crash to keep you safe. However, in certain 2027 models, it can lock too easily, preventing the seat belt strap from extending when you need it to.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat belt strap can't extend, it won't be able to restrain you properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will replace the entire seat belt assembly with a new one that works as it should. This repair is free, so you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid vehicles. The driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A seat belt strap that does not extend can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 16, 2026.
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