Recall
Kia Optima — 17V007000
NHTSA ID
17V007000
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2017-01-06
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Units Affected
1
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SC143
Summary
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
In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.