2016 Kia Optima safety timeline

Every dated recall and NHTSA investigation for this vehicle, newest first. Full report.

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Recalls: 3
Investigations opened: 3
Investigations closed

Sep 19, 2024 Investigation closed
NHTSA closed investigation EA19001
Electrical overstress
Dec 12, 2023 Investigation closed
NHTSA closed investigation DP22003
Loss of Motive Power
Aug 24, 2023 Recall
Recall 23V594000
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Jun 20, 2023 Investigation closed
NHTSA closed investigation DP21003
Throttle control system vulnerabilities
Sep 12, 2022 Investigation opened
NHTSA opened investigation DP22003
Loss of Motive Power
Nov 12, 2021 Investigation opened
NHTSA opened investigation DP21003
Throttle control system vulnerabilities
Apr 19, 2019 Investigation opened
NHTSA opened investigation EA19001
Electrical overstress
Dec 19, 2018 Recall
Recall 18V907000
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Jan 6, 2017 Recall
Recall 17V007000
In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.
Oct 3, 2016 Recall
Recall 16V705000
If the driveshaft cracks and separates from the vehicle, it will not be able to move forward. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied upon exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario can increase the risk of a crash.
Apr 21, 2016 Recall
Recall 16V231000
If the second stage air bag does not deploy it increases the risk of injury or death.

Dates are the NHTSA report-received date for recalls and the ODI open/close date for investigations. Crash-test ratings are not shown here because the source does not provide a reliable publication date for them.