Kia Optima recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 6, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kia America, Inc. recalls 2016 Kia Optima

Recall number

17V007000

Brand / firm

Kia

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.