Occupant classification system mat
Defect Summary
Kia is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 rio vehicles, manufactured from february 20, 2005, through december 9, 2007. The front passenger seat occupant sensor mat can experience fatigue cracking. if sufficient cracking occurs, the occupant classification system (ocs) will cease to function such that the system will not be able to detect whether a child passenger is in the seat and the airbag will deploy during a crash necessitating deployment.
Safety Consequence
Air bag deployment with a child in the front passenger side seat increases the risk of injury to that child.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ocs seat sensor mat, free of charge. the recall began on july 26, 2012. owners may contact kia consumer assistance center at 1-800-333-4542.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 12V244000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V244000?
NHTSA recall 12V244000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on May 31, 2012. It addresses: Occupant classification system mat. The recall affects approximately 72,568 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V244000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC097. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.