Loose seat belt retractor cover/fmvss 208 & 209
Defect Summary
Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2024 ev9 vehicles. the front passenger seat belt retractor cover may not be secured properly, which can cause the front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor (alr) and emergency locking retractor (elr) to not operate as intended. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard numbers 208, "occupant crash protection" and 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
A seat belt retractor that does not operate as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt assembly, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 5, 2024. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc312.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 24V338000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 24V338000?
NHTSA recall 24V338000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on May 14, 2024. It addresses: Loose seat belt retractor cover/fmvss 208 & 209. The recall affects approximately 4 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 24V338000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC312. 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.