NHTSA Complaint #11641495 — 2017 KIA FORTE AIR BAGS

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11641495
Vehicle	2017 KIA FORTE
Component	AIR BAGS
Date of Incident	January 10, 2025
Date Filed	February 8, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	Yes
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

-Airbags did not deploy. -The car is available for inspection. -The driver was put at significant risk after the vehicle accidentally slid on ice while navigating a sharp curve, causing it to veer off the road and crash into trees. The impact resulted in the car being totaled from the front bumper to the back. Despite the severity of the crash, the airbags failed to deploy, making the driver's seatbelt the only factor that ultimately saved his life. -Insurance agent still needs to look at the car. Police office was present, along with tow driver. -No warnings

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