Korean automaker Kia has issued a recall in the United States, affecting more than 10,000 vehicles. Due to concerns about faulty airbags posing a threat to the safety of the public
The company issued a recall earlier this week, claiming that the cars' airbag control unit may have been exposed to a memory chip on the circuit board, causing a malfunction in the power units that control airbag deployment. can.
According to the report, "Circuit damage can result in inoperative airbags that are not deployed in the accident."
The issue was first reported in Korea last July.
Which models are being recalled?
Drivers who own one of the following Kia models will be affected by the recall:
Affected owners will see a warning light on their dashboard informing them that their airbags may be defective.
How does the recall process work?
Those affected should contact their local Kia dealership for assistance.
If the inspection reveals a defect, KIA will either update or replace the airbag system for free.
Kia will also reimburse any previous related repair costs incurred by the owner.
According to the automaker, the airbag issue has prompted 13 customer complaints and 947 warranty claims.
There have been no reports of airbag-related accidents, injuries, deaths or fires.
Kia is expected to send affected car owners a letter informing them of the problem, and they can also call Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.
