NHTSA Complaint #10096855 — 1998 KIA SEPHIA

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash 1 Injury

Complaint Details

ODI Number	10096855
Vehicle	1998 KIA SEPHIA
Component	AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Date of Incident	October 12, 2004
Date Filed	October 14, 2004
Mileage	128,333 miles
Crash	Yes
Fire	No
Injuries	1
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. THE DUAL AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED BRUISING FROM THE SEAT BELT. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

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