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NHTSARecalled Jul 19, 2019 · #19V539000

Collision-Avoidance Assist may not Engage

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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

Product details

Product
  • Collision-Avoidance Assist may not Engage
  • 2019 Optima
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should 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.

View the official CPSC notice