Kia Telluride and K4 Seat Belt Buckle
Kia is recalling 2027 Telluride and 2026 K4 vehicles over rear seat belt buckles that may not latch properly.
Stop using the affected rear or third-row center seat belt and contact Kia America, Inc. immediately for a replacement buckle assembly. Do not operate the vehicle with an unlatched or defective seat belt buckle.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 14,870
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- May 5, 2026
- Manufacturer's recall number
- SC364
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-800-333-4542
Why it was recalled
Kia is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and 2026 K4 vehicles because the rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the Telluride may not latch properly, potentially failing to restrain occupants in a crash.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
KIA K4 (2026-2027), SEAT BELTS
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Other recent recalls from Kia America, Inc.
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-04-27 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification