2019 Kia OPTIMA Recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign on record for this model year.
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Kia 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.
Improper intervention of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Kia 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.
Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database
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About 2019 Kia OPTIMA Recalls
The 2019 Kia OPTIMA has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record. The affected components include FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Kia dealership.
If you own a 2019 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 2019 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 →
2019 Kia OPTIMA Recall FAQs
How many recalls does the 2019 Kia OPTIMA have?
The 2019 Kia OPTIMA has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on record.
What parts are affected by the 2019 Kia OPTIMA recalls?
The 2019 Kia OPTIMA recalls affect the following components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE.
Are 2019 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 2019 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.