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2016 Kia Optima recalls

The 2016 Kia Optima has 5 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.

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2016–2018 Kia Optima & 2017–2018 Kia Optima Hybrid + 2 more

Door latches & locks recall Β· 23V594
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles.
πŸ“… Aug 25, 2023Β· 319,436 vehicles

2011–2018 Kia Sportage & 2011–2017 Kia Optima + 1 more

Engine recall Β· 18V907
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall…
πŸ“… Jan 30, 2019Β· 71,653 vehicles

2016 Kia Optima

Airbag recall Β· 17V007
Kia Motors America (Kia) has recalled one 2016 Optima vehicle.
πŸ“… Jan 10, 2017Β· 1 vehicles

2016 Kia Optima

Powertrain & transmission recall Β· 16V705
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 13, 2015, to April 23, 2016 and equipped with a 2.4l engine.
πŸ“… Oct 3, 2016Β· 12,214 vehicles

2016 Kia Optima

Airbag recall Β· 16V231
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 10, 2015, to February 12, 2016.
πŸ“… Apr 21, 2016Β· 17 vehicles

Other Kia Optima years

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FAQ

Does the 2016 Kia Optima have any recalls?

Yes. The 2016 Kia Optima has 5 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 23V594 (door latches & locks); 18V907 (engine); 17V007 (airbag); 16V705 (powertrain & transmission); 16V231 (airbag). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.

Are 2016 Kia Optima recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

How do I check my 2016 Kia Optima for recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN (on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb) on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Kia dealer.