Kia Ev9 recall (24V400000)

Kia · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 24V400000
Report Received: 2024-06-04
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Make: Kia
Model(s): EV9
Model Year(s): 2024
Component: STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:CEILING
Potentially Affected Units: 2,401

Defect Description

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 EV9 vehicles. The headliner may not adequately protect passengers from impact in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection In Interior Impact."

Consequence

A headliner with inadequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the impact absorbing plates mounted on the headliner, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC317.

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