NHTSA Complaint #11694901 — 2016 KIA OPTIMA

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11694901
Vehicle	2016 KIA OPTIMA
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	March 11, 2022
Date Filed	October 22, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	LA

Consumer Description

White paint is chipping away excessively

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