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Comfort
8
Performance
9
Fuel Economy
8
Interior Design
9
Exterior Styling
10
Reliability
9
Owner Reviews
dreamcar3386
Low price, great car
November 23, 2017
Overall Score
cant stop buying accessories to look better :) good acceleration, low cost in gaz, very comfortable. heating seat, sunroof, leather seat, powerful audio system, my daughter ask me to pick her at school instead the mustang 2017 of my boyfriend
Comfort
10
Performance
10
Fuel Economy
8
Interior Design
10
Exterior Styling
10
Reliability
8
Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2023-529
Recall date
2023-09-26
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2011 2012 2013
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC191
Units Affected:
276,225
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the brake hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) could short circuit.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuse(s) for the HECU. Kia recommends that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.
Recall number
2022-023
Recall date
2022-01-27
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2017 2018
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC157
Units Affected:
58,053
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a defect in the airbag control unit could cause the airbag warning light to turn on. If this happens, the airbag system may not work properly, and the airbags may not inflate in a crash.
Safety Risk:
An airbag system that does not work properly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the airbag control unit software. If the airbag warning light is on because of diagnostic trouble code B1620, the dealer will replace the airbag control unit.
Recall number
2021-504
Recall date
2021-08-10
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2016 2017 2018
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC150
Units Affected:
32,274
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a part in the trunk release latch could fail. If this happens, the emergency trunk release located inside the trunk compartment may not work properly. This could prevent a person that is trapped inside the trunk from opening it.
Safety Risk:
If a person is closed inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out. This could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the trunk latch assembly.
Recall number
2020-597
Recall date
2020-12-04
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2012 2013 2014 2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC140
Units Affected:
39,658
Notification Type:
Safety TC
Issue:
On certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0 L NU GDI or 2.4 L Theta II MPI engine, an engine compartment fire could occur while driving. Kia is conducting this recall as a preventative measure to prevent fire risk due to potential fuel leaks, oil leaks and/or engine damage. In some situations, you may notice any of the following symptoms: there could be an abnormal knocking noise from the engine; the check engine light and/or the oil pressure warning light could turn on; you may smell fuel, burning or smoke; or you may notice oil leaks. If you continue to drive the vehicle with these symptoms, the engine could fail and/or a fire could occur. An engine failure can cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart.
Note: For the Optima model, only the Optima Hybrid is affected by this recall.
Safety Risk:
An engine compartment fire can create a risk of injury. A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer for an inspection of the engine and engine compartment. The dealer will inspect for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, if necessary. Kia will also perform a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software update free of charge, once it is available for your vehicle. This update will detect and prevent engine damage from worn connecting rod bearings.
Recall number
2018-301
Recall date
2018-06-08
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2010 2011 2012 2013
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC117
Units Affected:
65,548
Notification Type:
Safety TC
On certain gasoline and hybrid engine vehicles, the circuits within the airbag control unit may become damaged. This could cause the airbags and seat belt pretensioners to not deploy in certain collisions where deployment is warranted, which could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. Correction: Dealers will install a wire harness kit between the ACU connector and vehicle harness connector as necessary. Note: This recall does not affect the 2013 model year Optima Hybrid.
Recall number
2017-626
Recall date
2017-12-13
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2012 2013 2014
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC113
Units Affected:
22,205
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the brake pedal stopper pad material could deteriorate over time and allow the stop lamp switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This could result in the stop lamps illuminating continuously, which would result in following road users being unaware of the driver's intentions. Additionally, it could result in activation of the engine management system’s brake pedal override feature, the illumination of the traction control warning lamp, and/or the ability to move the shift lever without depressing the brake pedal, which could result in unintended vehicle movement. These conditions could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad.
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