Recall 23V594000: 2016–2018 Kia Optima, 2017–2018 Kia Optima Hybrid, 2017–2018 Kia Optima Phev +1 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Aug 24, 2023
Vehicles affected
319,436
Models
4
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 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."

The risk

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

The 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.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
23V594000
Manufacturer campaign
SC278
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Owner letters
Oct 19, 2023
Components
Latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:latch (Body & Structure)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology