Recall 23V035 affects 31,943 2023 Kia Telluride SUVs for second-row side air bag wiring damage. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
Kia is recalling 31,943 2023 Telluride SUVs because a manufacturing error can damage the wire harnesses for the second row seat side air bags, preventing those air bags from deploying in a crash. Air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury, and Kia dealers will repair the harnesses free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2023 Kia Telluride uses a wire harness in the 2nd-row seat cushion to connect the side air bag to the vehicle's air bag system. That harness carries the electrical signal the system needs to detect the side air bag and command deployment during a crash. It also moves with the seat as the seat is folded or adjusted.
On affected Tellurides, the 2nd-row seat side air bag harness was built with the wrong length. Because the harness does not have the right fit, it can contact the seat frame when the seat is folded or adjusted. That contact can damage the wiring. If the wire is damaged, the side air bag in that seat can fail to deploy in a crash.
The warning sign is illumination of the airbag warning light. If that light comes on, the air bag system has detected a fault and the vehicle needs dealer inspection.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Kia Telluride | side air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 31,943 |
Not every 2023 Kia Telluride is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Air bags that fail to deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash. Treat an illuminated airbag warning light as a reason to schedule service soon and tell the dealer exactly what you saw. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Kia Telluride is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kia dealer to schedule the free second-row side air bag wire-harness inspection and repair.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one. If not, reference recall number 23V035 when you call.
- Drive with extra caution until the repair is complete; the recalled harnesses affect second-row side air bag deployment in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kia technician inspects the second row seat side air bag wire harnesses and replaces or secures them as needed. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid for a related harness or air bag repair, Kia's General Reimbursement Plan covers eligible repair expenses already incurred. Bring your repair paperwork or receipts to the service desk, or contact Kia customer service for the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 29, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 23, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| February 23, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 28, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 28, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V035?
Recall 23V035 covers 31,943 2023 Kia Telluride vehicles with second row seat side air bag wire harnesses that can be damaged because of a manufacturing error. If the harness is damaged, the side air bag will not deploy as intended in a crash.
What should I do if my 2023 Kia Telluride is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Telluride is included in recall 23V035. If it is, contact a franchised Kia dealer to schedule the inspection. The dealer will replace or secure the air bag wire harnesses as needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Kia dealers will inspect and replace, or secure, the affected air bag wire harnesses free of charge. Reference recall 23V035 or Kia recall number SC262 when you call.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk in recall 23V035 is that a second row side air bag will not deploy as intended in a crash. Air bags that fail to deploy increase the risk of injury. Kia's repair path is a dealer inspection, followed by harness replacement or securing work as needed.
What if I bought my Kia Telluride used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2023 Telluride is included, then call a franchised Kia dealer and reference recall 23V035 or Kia recall number SC262.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V035000 |
|---|---|
| Kia customer service | 1-800-333-4542 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V035 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V035000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →