Body: roof and pillarsRecall 22V-560 · 2012–2013 Kia Optima
Kia Motors America recall 22V-560 covers 257,998 2012–2013 Kia Optima for a body: roof and pillars problem, reported to NHTSA on August 1, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 33% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V560000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC245.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
33%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 28,157 vehicles were listed as unreachable.