2018 Kia Optima recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 2 2018 Kia Optima recalls, newest first
Aug 24, 2023Latches/locks/linkages, Trunk LidKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 to 2017 Rio, 2016 to 2018 Optima, 2017 to 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."
Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V594000 · Kia America, Inc.
Mar 8, 2018Hybrid Propulsion SystemKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 to 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 18V161000 · Kia Motors America
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Kia Optima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Kia Optima. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2018 Kia Optima has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.