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Recall 22V-560

Kia Motors America recalled the 2012 to 2013 Kia Optima: Structure (body, roof and pillars).

At a glance

Campaign number
22V-560
Reported
August 1, 2022
Vehicles affected
257,998 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

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.

The risk

A plate that detaches during a crash may strike an occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

The fix

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-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC245.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles