KIA 2023 KIA SPORTAGE Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2023 KIA SPORTAGE
Brand
KIA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2023
Kia America, Inc. is recalling certain 2023 KIA SPORTAGE vehicles due to air bags:side/window:curtain issues. A twisted air bag can deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been twisted during installation.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A twisted air bag can deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026