2013 KIA OPTIMA
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall Title: AIR BAGS: AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall Date: 2018-06-01
2013 KIA OPTIMA NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 18V363000
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall Component(s): AIR BAGS: AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall - Potential Number of Units Affected: 507587
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall Overview: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
Just What Is a Car Recall? Car Safety Recall Definition - A safety recall is an automotive manufacturer's way of notifying vehicle customers that their product has a flaw. The automobile problem is serious enough that if you do not correct the flaw your and/or your passengers' safety could be at risk. Generally recalls are initiated by the US Government, but sometimes individual car manufacturers will pre-emptively initiate a recall.
Where Do I Find My VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)? Look on the lower left of your car’s windshield for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your VIN is also located on your car’s registration card, and it may be shown on your insurance card.
Auto Tip - How Do I Find Out If My Vehicle Has A Recall? ==> An easy way to determine if you have an active car recall is to just enter your VIN number at the top of this page and CarFax will report if there are any issues at all with your vehicle. The CarFax Report image looks like this:
2013 KIA OPTIMA Recall Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.