Recall
Kia Optima — 22V560000
NHTSA ID
22V560000
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2022-08-01
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Units Affected
257,998
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SC245
Summary
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.
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.