NHTSA Recall 01V156000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V156000; Date: May. 1, 2001
Damage to the wire harness could result in the side air bag not deploying in an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 KIA Optima
Component: Air Bags:side/window
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 16,231
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The side air bag wire harness for the driver position could be mis-routed, which could result in it being pinched or cut by the seat cushion tilt mechanism.
How to Fix:
Dealers will check for proper routing of the side air bag wire harness and secure it in place with a plastic tie-wrap. If the wire harness is damaged, it will be replaced. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 11, 2001
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