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NHTSA : 17V007000

Campaign Details

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

Kia Motors America (Kia) has recalled one 2016 Optima vehicle. In this vehicle, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash.

Consequence / Hazard

In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.

Proposed Solution

The affected vehicle was remedied on January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC143.

🚗 Affected Vehicles1

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.