NHTSA recall campaign
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ManufacturerKia Motors AmericaReported2022-08-01Affected257,998 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Optima vehicles. The right and left headliner plates may not be secured properly, which can result in the plates detaching in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment.
Risk
A plate that detaches during a crash may strike an occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will secure the headliner plates, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC245.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →