Front passenger seat belt may not latch
Defect Summary
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 kia sorento vehicles manufactured october 23, 2014, to december 10, 2014. the affected vehicles have a front passenger seat belt whose buckle latch assembly may prevent the front passenger from fastening the seat belt.
Safety Consequence
If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt buckle cover, free of charge. the recall began on august 18, 2015. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc123.
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FAQ: Recall 15V446000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V446000?
NHTSA recall 15V446000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on July 14, 2015. It addresses: Front passenger seat belt may not latch. The recall affects approximately 2,587 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V446000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC123. 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.