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Kia Recall SC218: Engine Damage May Cause Stall Or Fire
2018 Kia Optima Hybrid
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Engine
- Summary
- 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.
- Actions
- 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.
- Documents (17)
- ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - January 25, 2022
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - January 25, 2022
- SC218A 2017-2018 MY OPTIMA HYBRID AND PLUG-IN HYBRID ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN IMPORTANT UPDATE, Q & A: January 25, 2022
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
- Chronology
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - ALL DEALER PARTS & SERVICE MANAGERS: November 22, 2021
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - ALL DEALER PRINCIPALS: November 22, 2021
- SC218 2017-2018 MY OPTIMA HYBRID AND PLUG-IN HYBRID ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN Q & A: November 22, 2021
- Recall Acknowledgement
- Defect Notice 573 Report
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-4
- ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - January 27, 2022
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
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.