KIA Optima Hybrid, Optima Phev (2017-2018): Engine
Recall 21V844000 · Oct 29, 2021 · Kia Motors America
10,731
vehicles affected
10,731
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 21V844000
- Date
- Oct 29, 2021
- Maker
- Kia Motors America
- Units affected
- 10,731
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Engine
- Model years
- 2017-2018
- Started by
- The safety regulator
- Hazard
- Fire
What is wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.
What can happen
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC218.
Vehicles covered
2 models, 4 model years in all
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kia | Optima Hybrid | 2017-2018 |
| Kia | Optima Phev | 2017-2018 |
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Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 21V844000?
2 models: Kia Optima Hybrid (2017-2018), Kia Optima Phev (2017-2018), about 10,731 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 21V844000?
Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer.
What can happen?
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.