2012-2013 Kia Optima recall: roof and pillars
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on August 1, 2022. It covers about 257,998 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 257,998
- reported
- Aug 1, 2022
- owners notified
- Sep 26, 2022
- related complaints
- 166
Structure: body: roof and pillars
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
Recall number 22V560000
Affected vehicles
- Kia Optima 2012-2013 20122013
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 166 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 22V560000
Is there a recall on the 2012-2013 Kia Optima roof and pillars?
Yes. Recall 22V560000, reported on August 1, 2022, covers about 257,998 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 22V560000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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