NHTSA safety recalls
2019 Kia Optima Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2019 Kia Optima. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.
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These campaigns cover the 2019 Kia Optima as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.
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19V539000Forward Collision Avoidance · Automatic Emergency Braking
Improper intervention of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The riskImproper intervention of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeKia will notify owners, and dealers will update the FCA software, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC179.
What was foundKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Optima vehicles equipped with Gamma 1.6L Turbo-GDI or Theta II 2.0L Turbo-GDI engines. A software error in the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system may cause the braking assist function to not engage when a stationary vehicle is detected.
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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.
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