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Automaker Kia America is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles due to floor wiring beneath the front passenger seat that can become damaged and prevent airbags and seat belts from deploying properly.
Damaged wiring can also cause an unintended side curtain air bag deployment, according to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The recall covers 80,255 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles.
To remedy the situation, dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the floor wiring assembly, as necessary, for free. In addition, dealers will install wiring covers. Owners will be notified by letters mailed in March.
The recall follows one in November, when Hyundai and Kia recalled over 208,000 electric vehicles to fix a transistor in a charging control unit that could be damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery. That in turn could cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Kia Recalls Over 80,000 US Autos for Air Bag Deployment and Wiring Issues
Kia Motors Corporation has announced a recall of more than 80,000 vehicles in the United States due to concerns over improper air bag deployment and wiring issues. The affected models include certain Kia Optima, Sorento, and Sportage vehicles manufactured between 2014 and 2015.
According to Kia, the air bag control unit may have been damaged during assembly, potentially causing the air bags to improperly deploy in the event of a crash. Additionally, faulty wiring in the steering wheel may prevent the driver’s side air bag from deploying as intended.
The Korean automaker is urging owners of the affected vehicles to bring their cars to a Kia dealership for inspection and, if necessary, repair. Kia will replace the air bag control unit and repair the wiring at no cost to the owners.
This recall comes on the heels of several other high-profile recalls in the auto industry, highlighting the importance of addressing safety concerns promptly and transparently. Kia is working diligently to ensure the safety and satisfaction of its customers, and is committed to resolving these issues as quickly as possible.
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