Recall 26V135000: 2026 Kia K4, 2027 Kia Telluride
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 6, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 14,870
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.
The risk
A seat belt buckle that is not latched properly can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC364. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.
Affected vehicles
- 2026 Kia K4
- 2027 Kia Telluride
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V135000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC364
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- May 5, 2026
- Components
- Seat belts:rear/other:anchorage (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology