| Component | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180521 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V539000 |
| Summary | 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. |
| Consequence | Improper intervention of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can increase the risk of a crash. |
| 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. |
Data updated January 2023
2019 Kia Optima Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2019 Kia Optima have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2019 Kia Optima has atleast 1 recall.Q: What are the 2019 Kia Optima recalls?
A: The 2019 Kia Optima recalls include: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING.
A: Yes, the 2019 Kia Optima has atleast 1 recall.Q: What are the 2019 Kia Optima recalls?
A: The 2019 Kia Optima recalls include: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING.