TEW Magazine

  Kia has issued a recall for approximately 320,000 vehicles, which includes models such as Rio and Optima cars, due to a potential issue with the trunk latch base that could lead to cracking. This crack in the latch base may result in the trunk being unable to open from the inside. The recall encompasses specific vehicles, including Rio, Optima, Optima Hybrid, and Optima Plug-in Hybrid, totaling 319,436 units. This information is in accordance with a report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Increasing the potential risk of injury According to the NHTSA report, the recalled vehicles do not meet the requirements set by the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, thus leading to the recall action. The report from NHTSA further highlights that individuals inside the trunk could become trapped due to this issue, thereby increasing the potential risk of injury. To determine if their vehicles are affected by the recall, car owners can consult USA TODAY’s aut...