Kia has issued a recall for the Kia K4 hatch, flagging a potential fault with the rear centre seatbelt, which could fail to latch during a crash. The Kia K4 hatchback serves as the successor to the long-running Kia Cerato and is designed to challenge the SUV-dominated market by offering features typically found in higher segments.
What’s the defect, and why is it so serious?
The issue relates to the rear middle seat belt anchor buckle, which may have been incorrectly assembled and could fail to latch or operate properly. If the seatbelt doesn’t function as intended, it may not restrain occupants properly in a crash, and increase the risk of injury or death.
Which vehicles are affected?
Make: Kia
Model: MY26 CL4m K4 Hatch
Year range: 2025 – 2026
Total units affected: 4,817
Recall number: REC-006571
Campaign number: 261M10
A complete list of affected Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) is in this file: REC-006571-VIN-List-1.csv (CSV, 89.41 KB). Owners can check if their vehicle is impacted in this list.
What should car owners do now?
Kia will contact affected owners directly. The affected K4 hatch owners are advised to book an appointment with an authorised Kia dealer and have the seatbelt inspected and/or replaced. The repairs will be carried out free of charge.
Need help? Here’s who to contact
Contact: Kia Customer Service
Contact number: 131 542
Email: customer_service@kia.com.au
Website: https://www.kia.com.au
Please have your VIN ready. You’ll find the VIN on your ownership documents or near the base of the windshield.
This recall is being overseen by Australia’s official automotive safety regulator, the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sports, and the Arts.
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