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2018 Kia Optima recalls

The 2018 Kia Optima has 2 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.

Check your exact car: VIN recall check

2016โ€“2018 Kia Optima & 2017โ€“2018 Kia Optima Hybrid + 2 more

Door latches & locks recall ยท 23V594
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles.
๐Ÿ“… Aug 25, 2023ยท 319,436 vehicles

2017โ€“2018 Kia Optima

Hybrid / EV battery recall ยท 18V161
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles.
๐Ÿ“… Mar 12, 2018ยท 1,710 vehicles

Other Kia Optima years

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FAQ

Does the 2018 Kia Optima have any recalls?

Yes. The 2018 Kia Optima has 2 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 23V594 (door latches & locks); 18V161 (hybrid / ev battery). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.

Are 2018 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 2018 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.