2013 Kia Optima | 2012 Kia Optima — Structure: body: roof and pillars
Published August 2, 2022 · Recall initiated: August 1, 2022
Summary
NHTSA records recall 22V560000, published August 2, 2022 and initiated August 1, 2022. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2013 Kia Optima | 2012 Kia Optima — Structure: body: roof and pillars.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- OPTIMA
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 KIA OPTIMA | 2012 KIA OPTIMA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Kia Optima | 2012 Kia Optima — Structure: body: roof and pillars recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V560000 on August 2, 2022. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: OPTIMA.