2018 Kia OPTIMA Recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.
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Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.
If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC162.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Dealers will replace the trunk latch base subassembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC278.
Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database
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About 2018 Kia OPTIMA Recalls
The 2018 Kia OPTIMA has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM, LATCHESLOCKSLINKAGES. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Kia dealership.
If you own a 2018 Kia OPTIMA, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Kia. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.
To get your 2018 Kia OPTIMA recall repaired, contact your nearest Kia dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.
The Kia OPTIMA has a total of 41 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Kia OPTIMA recalls →
2018 Kia OPTIMA Recall FAQs
How many recalls does the 2018 Kia OPTIMA have?
The 2018 Kia OPTIMA has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.
What parts are affected by the 2018 Kia OPTIMA recalls?
The 2018 Kia OPTIMA recalls affect the following components: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM, LATCHESLOCKSLINKAGES.
Are 2018 Kia OPTIMA recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Kia dealership with your recall campaign number.
How do I check if my 2018 Kia OPTIMA has an open recall?
Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.