NHTSA Complaint #11662673 — 2018 KIA OPTIMA
AIR BAGS issue reported to NHTSA
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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