KIA OPTIMA

This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS

    If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTALUS

    IF THE CLOCK SPRING DEVELOPS HIGH RESISTANCE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVERS AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCHUS

    Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.

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    AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULEUS

    If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS

    Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS

    An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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    ENGINEUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

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    STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS

    A plate that detaches during a crash may strike an occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS

    An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

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    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFTUS

    IF THE DRIVER LEAVES THE VEHICLE WITHOUT ENGAGING THE PARKING BRAKE, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE VEHICLE CAN ROLL INJURE A PERSON IN ITS PATH OR CAUSE A CRASH.

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    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFTUS

    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.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTALUS

    If the second stage air bag does not deploy it increases the risk of injury or death.

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    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCHUS

    A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

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    HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEMUS

    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.

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    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKINGUS

    Improper intervention of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can increase the risk of a crash.

Canada

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.