Kia recalls plug-in hybrids and plug-in hybrids due to airbag issue caused by faulty wiring

It must be call The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) last week grounded more than 80,000 of its electric and hybrid vehicles due to concerns about airbags.

The recall concerns 2023-2025 NIRO EVS, plug-in hybrids (PHEVS), and plug-in hybrid vehicles, according to the agency’s website.

“The ground wiring harness (from the recalled vehicles) may be damaged under the front passenger seat, which could prevent the front airbags and seat belts from deploying properly or cause unintended side airbag deployment,”

When an airbag deploys incorrectly or inadvertently, the risk of injury during a crash can increase, according to NHTSA.

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Owners of repossessed vehicles are urged to visit a kia dealer, Who will inspect and repair the ground wire harness for free.

“In addition, dealers will install wire covers,” the statement read. “Owner notification letters are expected to be sent on March 14, 2025.”

Affected KIA owners are encouraged to contact the company’s customer service at 1-800-333-4542 with recall reference number SC332.

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Last spring, Kia Recalled more than 427,000 vehicles Which had the ability to move while in the garden.

The recall covers all Telluride vehicles manufactured between 2020 and 2023 as well as approximately 2024 model years. At the time, NHTSA warned that the idler shaft and right front regional shaft on vehicles “may not fully engage due to suspected incorrect assembly by the supplier.”

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KIA owners can also visit the NHTSA website or call the NHTSA Safety Line at 1-888-327-4236.

FOX has reached out to KIA for comment.

Fox Business’ Daniel Genovese contributed to this report.