The problem
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid vehicles. The driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
The risk
A seat belt strap that does not extend can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 16, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-356 (26V356000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SC372 |
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Component | Seat belts › Front |
| Report date | June 2, 2026 |
| Owners notified | July 20, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,264 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-356 repair free?
Yes. Kia dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC372.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,264 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.