NHTSA Complaint #11500246 — 2021 KIA SOUL

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash 1 Injury

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11500246
Vehicle	2021 KIA SOUL
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	December 31, 2022
Date Filed	January 5, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	Yes
Fire	No
Injuries	1
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

While crossing an intersection a Jeep Gladiator ran a red light causing my vehicle to hit it broad side. Front and side airbags did not deploy. The frontend was damaged is buckled, hood about 6", fenders crushed and the grill was destroyed. Driver's door wouldn't open. The seatbelt didn't restrain my wife enogh to keep her from hitting the steering wheel. This caused bruises on her leg , abdomen and chest areas.

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