February 19, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V109000

Occupant Detection System Wire Harness May Break

If a child is in a child seat in the front seat, a broken ODS wiring harness will not prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V109

Manufacturer Kia Motors America

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 94,389

 

Summary

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.

 

Remedy

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC175.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

Check if your Kia has a Recall

 

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GROUP Safety Recall Campaign	MODEL 2015-2018MY Sedona (YP)
NUMBER SC175 (Rev 1, 03/20/2019)	DATE March 2019
SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN
SUBJECT: FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (ODS) WIRING HARNESS (SC175)

 

NOTICE 

This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.

This bulletin provides the procedure to remove the wiring harness clip between the Occupant Detection System (ODS) control unit and the mat sensor to prevent the wiring harness from bending on some 2015-2018MY Kia Sedona (YP) vehicles, equipped with a “Manual” front passenger seat and produced from July 29, 2014 through July 17, 2017. In addition, if the wiring harness is found damaged and the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) airbag warning light is illuminated with DTCs B1490(00) in SRSCM and B1764(00) in ODS ECU, the front passenger seat cushion should be replaced. The wiring harness underneath the front passenger seat which connects the ODS unit to the mat sensor is held in place by clips. When the seat is occupied by a passenger, the weight of the passenger on the seat cushion may cause the wiring harness to bend. Over time, repeated bending can break the wire harness. If the wiring harness breaks, the ODS will not suppress the front passenger airbag. In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger airbag increases the risk of injury to a child in a Child Restraint System (CRS). Before conducting the procedure, verify the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.

DTCs:

B1490(00) – OCS (Occupant Classification System) Defect in SRSCM

B1764(00) – Body Sense MAT Defect in ODS ECU

 

NOTICE  

There is no charge to the vehicle owner for this repair. Under applicable law, you may not sell or otherwise deliver any affected vehicle until it has been repaired pursuant to the procedures set forth in this bulletin.

 

NOTICE  

To assure complete customer satisfaction, always remember to refer to WebDCS Warranty Coverage (validation) Inquiry Screen (Service → Warranty Coverage → Warranty Coverage Inquiry) for a list of any additional campaigns that may need to be performed on the vehicle before returning it to the customer.

 

Inspection Procedure:

1. Verify no SRS airbag warning light is on. If it is on, perform a Fault Code Search with the KDS for any DTCs listed on page 1.

• If the DTCs listed on page 1 are stored or active, proceed with the replacement procedure on page 4.
• If the DTCs are not listed on page 1 but related to the SRS, further diagnosis is required and not covered in this bulletin. File a separate claim as necessary.

If the SRS airbag warning light is not on, proceed to the next step.

 

 

2. Carefully uncover (A) the rear bottom section of the front passenger seat.
3. Carefully detach the ODS connector retaining clip (B) closest to the ODS connector.
4. Carefully cut the retaining clip between the wiring harness and the clip head (C) using side-cutter pliers and discard the clip head. Allow the wiring harness to move freely. Do not replace the retaining clip or secure the harness.
5. Verify proper operation of the seat and confirm no airbag-related warning lights are on.

 

Replacement Procedure:

1. Record the customer’s radio presets.

 

WARNING

 

Failure to follow general precautions prior to performing any airbag system service could result in serious injuries.

2. Replace the front passenger cushion (D) by referring to steps 1 through 7 of the “Body (Interior and Exterior) → Front Seat → Front Seat Cushion Cover → Repair procedures”   chapter           in         the applicable Shop Manual on KGIS.

NOTE: Allow the wiring harness to move   freely. Do not replace the retaining clip or secure the harness. If the replacement cushion comes with a retaining clip, carefully cut the retaining clip between the wiring harness and the clip head (C) using side-cutter pliers and discard the clip head.

Seat Retaining Bolt Tightening torque: 32.5 – 43.4 lb.ft (44.1 – 58.8 N.m, 4.5 – 6.0 kgf.m)

3. Verify proper operation of the seat and confirm no airbag-related warning lights are on. Ensure no further airbag-related DTCs are stored and/or active. Perform further diagnosis and file a separate claim as necessary.

4. Reprogram the customer’s radio presets.

 

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

Model	Production Date Range
Sedona (YP)	July 29, 2014 through July 17, 2017

 

REQUIRED PART:

Part Name	Part Number	Figure
Seat Cushion  Assembly	88200-A9531DL1QK
	88200-A9531DL2QK
	88200-A9531DLQQK
	88200-A9531DLTQK
	88200-A9531DLXQK
	88200-A9531DLYQK
	88200-A9541DL1QK
	88200-A9541DL2QK
	88200-A9541DLQQK
	88200-A9541DLTQK
	88200-A9541DLXQK
	88200-A9541DLYQK
	88200-A9581DLEQK
	88200-A9581DLFQK
	88200-A9591DLEQK
	88200-A9591DLFQK
	88200-A9AD0D7KQK

 

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

N Code: N99   C Code: C99

Claim Type	Causal P/N	Qty.	Repair Description	Labor Op Code	Op Time	Replacement P/N	Qty.
R	88200 A9161DLA	0	(SC175) ODS Wiring Harness Inspection & Retainer Removal	191009R0	0.2 M/H	N/A	0
R	88200 A9161DLA	0	(SC175) ODS Wiring Harness Inspection & Seat Cushion Replacement (Requires VDN with applicable DTCs)	191009R1	0.8 M/H	88200-A9531DL1QK	1
						88200-A9531DL2QK
						88200-A9531DLQQK
						88200-A9531DLTQK
						88200-A9531DLXQK
						88200-A9531DLYQK
						88200-A9541DL1QK
						88200-A9541DL2QK
						88200-A9541DLQQK
						88200-A9541DLTQK
						88200-A9541DLXQK
						88200-A9541DLYQK
						88200-A9581DLEQK
						88200-A9581DLFQK
						88200-A9591DLEQK
						88200-A9591DLFQK
						88200-A9AD0D7KQK

 

 

Note: To claim labor operation 191009R1 (ODS Wiring Harness Inspection & Seat Cushion Replacement), a VDN with both of the following DTC(s) B1764(00), B1490(00), is required for claim submission.

The replacement procedure outlined in this bulletin has been modified from the original repair procedure outlined in KGIS to reduce diagnosis time. As a result, the labor time for this repair has been adjusted as listed in the Warranty Information table above.

Due to the numerous variations of the seat cushions, dealer must manually input into the claim, the correct replacement seat cushion part number listed above.

Rental expense reimbursement will only be provided for seat cushion replacements, and must be claimed using sublet ‘X2’.

NOTICE

VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers should reference SC175 when accessing the WebDCS system.

 

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
 (NHTSA Recall Number:19V109)
This notice applies to your vehicle: (Insert VIN)

 

March 19, 2019

 

Dear Kia Sedona Owner:

 

Kia has identified a defect in your vehicle which relates to motor vehicle safety.

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Kia Motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2015-2018 MY Sedona vehicles equipped with a manual front passenger seat. The defect may cause the airbag to deploy even if the passenger seat is occupied by a child. In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger airbag increases the risk of injury to a child in a Child Restraint System (“CRS”).

 

What Is The Problem? 

The wiring harness underneath the front passenger seat which connects the Occupant Detection System (ODS) unit to the mat sensor is kept in place by various clips. When the seat is occupied by a passenger, the weight of the passenger on the seat cushion may cause the wiring harness to bend. Over time, repeated bending can break the wiring harness. If the wiring harness breaks, the ODS will not suppress the front passenger airbag. As a result, if a crash of sufficient severity occurs, the airbag will deploy even if the passenger seat is occupied by a child.

 

Kia Will Remove the Harness Clip Closest to the ODS Control Unit at No Cost to You.

Kia has advised its authorized dealers to remove the harness clip closest to the ODS control unit on the affected vehicles to prevent the wiring harness from bending. Also, if the wiring harness is found damaged, dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion. This work will be performed at Kia’s expense at no cost to you.

 

What Should You Do

• MAKE A SERVICE APPOINTMENT. Please contact your Kia dealer to schedule a service appointment at your earliest convenience. The time required to remove the harness clip is approximately one (1) hour, but it will take more time if the front seat cushion needs to be replaced. So a service appointment is an important way of minimizing your inconvenience. Please present this notice when you arrive at the Kia dealer.

• AVOID PLACING INFANTS AND YOUNG CHILDREN IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. Never place infants or young children in the front passenger seat, either on the seat itself OR in a child seat.  Please review your Owner’s Manual and sun visor warning label for detailed information.

• CHECK FOR ILLUMINATION OF YOUR AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. When this condition occurs, 1) the SRS airbag warning light on the instrument panel will illuminate and 2) the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” indicator light turns off. If, prior to the completion of this safety recall campaign, the SRS airbag warning light  remains illuminated after the engine has started or illuminates while driving AND the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” indicator light turns off even if the passenger seat is occupied by a child, contact your dealer to schedule an appointment.

• To find your nearest dealer, visit kia.com and click the “Find Dealer” button in the upper right corner (“Dealers” on a mobile device). You can also use the QR code below with your mobile device to access this information (see the bottom of this letter for more information about QR code use):

 

What If You Have Already Paid To Have This Situation Corrected?

If you have incurred expense to remedy this issue prior to the date of this notice, you may have the opportunity to obtain reimbursement for that expense.  You may submit your receipts online to Kia via the Owners section of www.kia.com or mail your receipts with the attached Request for Reimbursement Form directly to Kia for review and consideration:

Consumer Assistance Center
Kia Motors America, Inc
P.O. Box 52410
Irvine, CA  92619-2410
1-800-333-4542

 

The Kia Consumer Assistance Center is available at the number listed above if you have any questions or require assistance in submitting your claim. 

Pursuant to the General Reimbursement Plan issued by Kia pursuant to Federal Regulation 49 CFR 573.13, Kia will use its best efforts to respond to your claim within sixty (60) days of receipt and at that time Kia may either accept or reject that claim or it may request more information to evaluate the claim.

 

Have You Changed Your Address Or Sold Your Kia?

If you have changed your home address, sold your Kia vehicle, or no longer own your vehicle, please complete the attached prepaid “Change of Address/Ownership” card and mail it to us. You can also contact the Consumer Assistance Center phone number listed above.        

 

What If You Are A Vehicle Lessor?

Federal regulation requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice  must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.

 

What If You Have Other Questions?

If your dealer does not respond to your service request in a timely manner, we suggest that you call Kia’s Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-333-4542. This number has TTY capability. If you still are not satisfied that we have remedied this situation without charge and within a reasonable amount of time, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to https://www.safercar.gov.

 

This action has been taken in the interest of your safety, and we regret any inconvenience this situation may cause you.

 

Sincerely,

Consumer Affairs Department

 

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SC175 – 2015-2018 MY SEDONA

FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (ODS) WIRING HARNESS
SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN

Q & A

March 11, 2019

Q1.	What type of campaign is Kia conducting?
A1.	Kia Motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2015-2018 MY Sedona vehicles equipped with a manual front passenger seat. The defect may cause the front passenger airbag to deploy even if the passenger seat is occupied by a child in a Child Restraint System (CRS).
Q2.	What vehicles are affected by the recall?
A2.	Certain 2015-2018 MY Sedona vehicles equipped with “manual” front passenger seat manufactured from July 29, 2014 through July 17, 2017.
Q3.	How many customer vehicles are affected by this recall?
A3.	Approximately 94,389 vehicles are included in this campaign.
Q4.	What is the concern with the Occupant Detection System (ODS) Wiring Harness?
A4.	The wiring harness underneath the front passenger seat which connects the Occupant Detection System (ODS) unit to the mat sensor is kept in place by various clips. When the seat is occupied by a passenger, the weight of the passenger on the seat cushion can cause the clip closest to the ODS unit to change the angle of the wiring harness and bend it. Over time, repeated bending can break the wiring harness. If the wiring harness breaks, the ODS will not suppress the front passenger airbag. As a result, if a crash of sufficient severity occurs, the front passenger airbag will deploy even if the passenger seat is occupied by a child in a Child Restraint System (CRS), thereby increasing the child’s risk to injury.
Q5.	Can you describe the recall campaign and fix?
A5.	Kia has advised its authorized dealers to remove the harness clip closest to the ODS control unit on the affected vehicles to prevent the wiring harness from bending.  Also, if the wiring harness is found damaged, dealers are to replace the front passenger seat cushion.
Q6.	How was the issue discovered?
A6.	Through the regular monitoring of field information.
Q7.	What should vehicle owners do when they receive the notification?
A7.	In the interest of the safety of their passengers, as well as their own safety, customers should: 1) Immediately contact their Kia dealer to arrange for the recall repair to be conducted; 2) Avoid placing infants and young children in the front passenger seat. Never place infants or young children in the front passenger seat, either on the seat itself OR in a child seat. Customers are to review the Owner’s Manual and sun visor warning label for detailed information; 3) Check for illumination of the vehicle’s airbag warning light. When this condition occurs, 1) the SRS airbag warning light on the instrument panel will illuminate and 2) the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” indicator light turns off even with the passenger seat unoccupied or if the passenger seat is occupied by a child or an infant in a child restraint System (CRS). If, prior to the completion of this safety recall campaign, the SRS airbag warning light  remains illuminated after the engine has started or illuminates while driving AND the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” indicator light turns off even if the passenger seat is unoccupied or occupied by a child, customers are to contact an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible to schedule an appointment.
Q8.	Have there been any deaths or injuries as a result of this condition?
A8.	There have been no deaths or injuries.
Q9.	Has Kia had any litigation regarding this condition?
A9.	No.
Q10.	Will this cost vehicle owners any money?
A10.	No. Kia will perform the recall repair at no cost to the customer.
Q11.	What about customers who may have already paid to have this issue remedied?
A11.	If the customer has incurred expense to have this issue remedied prior to the date of this notice, the customer may have the opportunity to obtain reimbursement for that expense.  Customers may submit their receipts online to Kia via the Owners section of www.kia.com or mail their receipts with the attached Request for Reimbursement Form directly to Kia for review and consideration: Consumer Assistance Center Kia Motors America, Inc. P.O. Box 52410 Irvine, CA 92619-2410 1-800-333-4542
Q12.	How long will the repair take?
A12.	The time required to remove the harness clip is approximately one (1) hour, but it will take more time if the front passenger seat cushion needs to be replaced. A service appointment is an important way of minimizing inconvenience. (Most Kia dealers have online appointment scheduling via their dealership web sites to maximize your convenience).
Q13.	How will owners of the affected vehicles be notified?
A13.	Kia will be notifying owners of the affected vehicles by first-class mail beginning on March 19, 2019.
Q14.	Are there any restrictions on an owner’s eligibility?
A14.	No.
Q15.	If a customer has an immediate question, where can they get further information?
A15.	The customer can contact their local Kia dealership or call Kia’s Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-3334KIA (4542), Monday through Friday, 5 AM to 6 PM Pacific Standard Time, or via the internet @ www.kia.com (Owner’s Section).

 

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4 Affected Products

Vehicle

MAKE	MODEL	YEAR
KIA	SEDONA	2015-2018

 

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13 Associated Documents

Miscellaneous Document – Q & A March 11, 2019

RMISC-19V109-0373.pdf 53.072KB

 

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- March 11, 2019 Attention: All Dealer Principals

RCMN-19V109-7526.pdf 28.991KB

 

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- SC175 March 11, 2019 Attention: All Kia Parts & Service Managers

RCMN-19V109-1403.pdf 28.567KB

 

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Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-19V109-4087.pdf 245.9KB

 

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Chronology

RMISC-19V109-8718.pdf 65.783KB

 

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Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-19V109-9595.PDF 213.761KB

 

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Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-19V109-3930.pdf 584.818KB

 

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Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1

RCLQRT-19V109-5590.PDF 211.151KB

 

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Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-19V109-8477.pdf 651.515KB

 

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ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-19V109-2632.pdf 82.432KB

 

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Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2

RCLQRT-19V109-9710.PDF 211.259KB

 

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Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3

RCLQRT-19V109-3796.PDF 211.351KB

 

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Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-4

RCLQRT-19V109-8950.PDF 211.471KB

 

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Latest Recalls Documents

For the Latest and Most Recent Recalls Information Visit the link below…

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=19V109&docType=RCL

 

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