Active Safety RecallKia SC207Kia SC226NHTSA 21V-164NHTSA 22V-031
Kia Air Bag Recall Air Bag Recalls · 2017–2021
NHTSA has issued 2 air bag-related safety recalls spanning several Kia nameplates — Forte, K5, Sedona, Soul, Telluride — across model years 2017–2021. 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." The fix is free. Here’s exactly who’s affected and what to do.
NHTSA 21V-164Forte, K5, Telluride · 2021
NHTSA 22V-031Forte, Sedona, Soul · 2017–2019
$0 · Free RepairParts and labor, any Kia dealer
Am I Affected?
Three quick checks — any one of them is reason to run your VIN above.
Check 1 · ModelModel/Nameplate
You drive one of these Kia models
These campaigns cover Forte, K5, Sedona, Soul, Telluride vehicles built in model years 2017–2021.
Check 2 · Campaign Count
2 open NHTSA campaigns
This page covers NHTSA 21V-164, 22V-031 — every campaign Kia and NHTSA have filed for this air bag issue on these nameplates. Run the VIN checker above to see exactly which apply to your vehicle.
Check 3 · Advisory
Safe to drive
No Park Outside or Do Not Drive advisory is attached to these specific campaigns. Run your VIN above to confirm your vehicle’s exact status and schedule the free repair.
What Happened — and How It’s Fixed
NHTSA 21V-164 (Kia SC207)11/03/2021
Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module
What happened: 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."
The risk: 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.
The free fix: 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.
NHTSA 22V-031 (Kia SC226)25/01/2022
Air Bags
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.
The risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The free fix: 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.
What To Do — Four Simple Steps
Run your VIN
Use the checker above (or nhtsa.gov/recalls) to confirm which of NHTSA 21V-164, 22V-031 apply to your exact vehicle.
Schedule the free repair
Book online or call . Mention SC207, SC226 — we’ll confirm parts before your visit.
One-visit fix
Recall repairs are typically completed same-day once parts are confirmed. Pair it with maintenance if you like — recall labor is free either way.
Keep the paperwork
We provide written proof of completion — useful at resale, since buyers check NHTSA for open recalls.
Air Bag Recall FAQs
Is it safe to drive before this air bag recall repair?⌄
These campaigns (21V-164, 22V-031) carry no Do Not Drive or Park Outside advisory. Still, schedule the free repair promptly — run your VIN above to confirm your vehicle’s exact status.
Which vehicles are affected?⌄
Certain Forte, K5, Sedona, Soul, Telluride vehicles, model years 2017–2021, depending on the specific campaign. Run your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or above to confirm your exact vehicle.
What does the repair cost?⌄
Nothing. By federal law, safety recall repairs are free — parts and labor — at any authorized Kia dealer, for the life of the vehicle, regardless of where it was purchased or how many owners it’s had.
I’m buying a used Kia. Should I worry about these recalls?⌄
No — just verify. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: if NHTSA 21V-164, 22V-031 is open, any Kia dealer (including us) closes it free before or after your purchase. A completed recall has no effect on the vehicle’s safety or value.
Verified as of 2026-07-15 against NHTSA. Source: NHTSA 21V-164 · NHTSA 22V-031.