Recall 19V109 affects 94,389 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles for front passenger ODS wiring that breaks. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
Kia is recalling 94,389 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles with manually adjusted front passenger seats because the Occupant Detection System wiring harness under the seat can break over time. If that happens, the front passenger air bag can deploy with a child seat in the front seat, raising injury risk; Kia dealers will repair the wiring free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2015-2018 Kia Sedona uses an Occupant Detection System, known as ODS, to decide whether someone is in the front passenger seat. The system reads a sensor in the seat and tells the airbag controls how to treat the passenger airbag. In normal operation, that wiring path helps the vehicle distinguish an occupied seat from an empty one.
On affected Sedonas with a manually adjusted front passenger seat, the ODS wiring harness sits underneath that seat. Over time, pressure from the seat being occupied breaks the harness wire. Once that connection is broken, the front passenger airbag deploys regardless of who or what is in the seat.
The warning sign is visible on the dash. The SRS airbag warning light illuminates, and the "PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF" indicator turns off.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2015-2018 Sedona model years, all tied to the wiring component.
| 2015 Kia Sedona | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2016 Kia Sedona | wiring |
| 2017 Kia Sedona | wiring |
| 2018 Kia Sedona | wiring |
| Units affected | 94,389 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific minivan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a child seat is placed in the front passenger seat, a broken ODS harness lets the front passenger air bag deploy during a crash, increasing injury risk to the child. Watch for the SRS airbag warning light and the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator turning off. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2018 Kia Sedona is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kia dealer to schedule the free ODS wiring-harness clip removal; if the harness is damaged, the dealer replaces the front passenger seat cushion.
- Bring the recall notice if Kia sent one, and reference recall number 19V109 when you call.
- Avoid placing a child seat in the front passenger seat until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kia technician removes the wire harness clip under the manually adjusted front passenger seat so the Occupant Detection System wiring harness is no longer stressed by seat use. If the harness is damaged, the technician replaces the front passenger seat cushion. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Kia's standard reimbursement plan covers repair expenses owners already paid for this issue. Bring documentation for the prior repair and ask Kia customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 19, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 11, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 11, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 19, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 19, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V109?
Recall 19V109 covers 94,389 2015-2018 Kia Sedona minivans with manually adjusted front passenger seats. The occupant detection system wiring harness under the seat can break, and Kia dealers will remove the wire harness clip or replace the seat cushion if the harness is damaged.
What should I do if my 2015-2018 Kia Sedona is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific minivan is included in recall 19V109. If it is, contact a franchised Kia dealer to schedule the occupant detection system wiring repair. Reference Kia recall number SC175 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Kia will perform this repair free of charge. The dealer removes the wire harness clip, then replaces the front passenger seat cushion if the harness is already damaged.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk involves the front passenger air bag. If the occupant detection system wiring harness is broken and a child is in a child seat in the front passenger seat during a crash, the air bag will deploy, increasing the risk of injury to the child.
When did Kia start the recall repair?
Kia began the recall on March 19, 2019, so the dealer repair is available now. Call Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 or a franchised Kia dealer, and reference recall number SC175 when scheduling service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V109000 |
|---|---|
| Kia customer service | 1-800-333-4542 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V109 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V109000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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