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Kia PV5 recalled over a restraint defect

Airbags or seat belts

Front & 2nd row (left & right side) seat belt retaining bolts are not correctly fastened on some vehicles. If affected the seat belt restraint is compromised and there is a chance of an increase in passenger injury during a collision.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • PV5

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 26/08/2025 – 18/12/2026
    • 26/08/2025 – 18/12/2025
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 261246

What to do now

Occupant protection on some Kia PV5 may be compromised.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

Repairs and costs

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.

The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/252). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Front & 2nd row (left & right side) seat belt retaining bolts are not correctly fastened on some vehicles. If affected the seat belt restraint is compromised and there is a chance of an increase in passenger injury during a collision.

Defect

Front & 2nd row (left & right side) seat belt retaining bolts are not correctly fastened on some vehicles. If affected the seat belt restraint is compromised and there is a chance of an increase in passenger injury during a collision.

Remedy

Check all seat belt retaining bolts & apply the correct torque setting.

Models

PV5

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Kia PV5 being recalled?

Occupant protection on some Kia PV5 may be compromised. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

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