NHTSA Complaint #11662673 — 2018 KIA OPTIMA

AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash

Complaint Details

ODI Number 11662673
Vehicle 2018 KIA OPTIMA
Component AIR BAGS
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage 96,145 miles
Crash Yes
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State IL

Consumer Description

The contact called on behalf of his son who owned a 2018 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the front of the vehicle crashed into the rear end of the vehicle that was in front of him whom made a sudden stop. The contact was concerned that the air bags were not deployed. No warning lights was illuminated. A police report was filed. No medical attention was sought, and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was pronounced totaled at the scene. The contact attempted to contact the manufacturer however, received no response. The failure mileage was 96,145.

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