Recall 22V560000
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Report Date
20220801
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Affected Vehicles
2 models
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A plate that detaches during a crash may strike an occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
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.
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.