Kia recalls model year 2019 Sedonas with 8-passenger seat arrangement

The seat belt buckle for the second-row middle seat may have been improperly installed

By James Limbach of ConsumerAffairs

Kia Motors America is recalling 197 model year 2019 Sedonas with an 8-passenger seat arrangement.

The seat belt buckle for the second-row middle seat may have been installed on the wrong side of the seat, preventing the proper use of the 3-point seat belt.

A seat belt that cannot be used properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What to do

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.