Seatbelt buckle may be improperly installed
Defect Summary
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2019 sedona vehicles equipped with an 8-passenger seat arrangement. the seat belt buckle for the second-row middle seat may have been improperly installed on the wrong side of the seat, preventing the proper use of the 3-point seat belt. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
A seat belt that cannot be properly used increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt installation, and reinstall the seat belt buckle to the correct side if necessary, free of charge. the recall began april 8, 2019. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia 's number for this recall is sc177.
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FAQ: Recall 19V207000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V207000?
NHTSA recall 19V207000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on March 18, 2019. It addresses: Seatbelt buckle may be improperly installed. The recall affects approximately 197 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 19V207000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC177. 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.