Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V844000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V844000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2017-2018 optima hybrid and optima plug-in hybrid vehicles Includes 10,731 affected units, Engine Damage May Cause Stall or Fire, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2017-2018 optima hybrid and optima plug-in hybrid vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V844000
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2021-10-29T00:00:00
Subject: Engine damage may cause stall or fire
Component: Engine
Potentially Affected Units: 10,731

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC218
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 83.39

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NHTSA ID: 21V844000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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