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 structure:body:roof and pillars issues. A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.
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