KIA OPTIMA 2016: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V705000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KIA | OPTIMA | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-11-30 | 2016-10-03 | 2016-10-03 |
Production Dates: 2015-11-13 - 2016-04-23
Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC139
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 12214
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Kia Motors America "Kia" is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 13, 2015, to April 23, 2016 and equipped with a 2.4l engine. The right front axle driveshaft may crack and fail.
If the driveshaft cracks and separates from the vehicle, it will not be able to move forward. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied upon exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario can increase the risk of a crash.
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC139.
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.safercar.gov.
