NHTSA (USA)High Risk
2023 KIA SPORTAGENHTSA Campaign #22V878000
The official notice
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been twisted during installation.
Safety Risk
A twisted air bag can deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC257.
76,918 vehicles affectedMfr ref: SC257Updated June 10, 2026