Kia Optima recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 19, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kia America, Inc. recalls 2019 Kia Optima

Recall number

19V539000

Brand / firm

Kia

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 11,423 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.