NHTSA recall 19V-539 (19V539000)
forward collision avoidance recall reported July 19, 2019 - about 11,423 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V539000
- Also written as
- 19V-539
- Manufacturer number
- SC179
- Reported
- July 19, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~11,423
- Component
- forward collision avoidance
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Improper intervention of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-539 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.