Defect Description For Recall
Kia Motors America, Inc. (Kia) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2006-2008 Kia Optima Vehicles Manufactured From September 29, 2005, Through January 29, 2008, And Model Year 2007 And 2008 Kia Rondo Vehicles Manufactured From September 13, 2006, Through March 21, 2008. The Clock Spring Contact Assembly For The Driver’S Side Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) May Become Damaged Through Usage Over Time. If The Clock Spring Contact Assembly Becomes Damaged, The Driver’S Air Bag Electrical Circuit Will Experience A High Resistance Condition Potentially Causing The Driver’S Air Bag To Not Deploy.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
OPTIMA
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
12V014000
Component Description
Air BAGS:Frontal
Effect Of Defect
If The Clock Spring Develops High Resistance, In The Event Of A Crash, The Drivers Air Bag Will Not Deploy And Will Not Be Able To Properly Protect The Driver, Increasing The Risk Of Injuries.
Fix Defect
Kia Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Vehicle’S Air Bag Clock Spring Contact Assembly, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On July 11, 2012. Owners May Contact Kia Customer Assistance Center At 1-800-333-4542.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20050929
End Of Manufacture
20080129
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
145755
Date Owners Notified
20120711
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20120117
Make Campaign Number
SC094