NHTSA vehicle safety data

2019 Kia Optima

The 2019 Kia Optima has 1 NHTSA recall and 193 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Kia dealer.

Complete safety data for the 2019 Kia Optima. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

NHTSA #19V539000

Reported July 19, 2019 · Kia Motors America

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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

Free manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.