KIA OPTIMA PHEV 2017: ENGINE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V844000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KIA | OPTIMA PHEV | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-11-29 | 2021-10-29 | 2021-11-01 |
Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC218
Component: ENGINE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 10731
Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report
Kia Motors America "Kia" is recalling certain 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a Knock Sensor Detection System "KSDS". Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC218.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
