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2017 Kia Optima recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 305
Latest campaign: Aug 24, 2023

Recall summary by component4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Latches/locks/linkages	1	Aug 24, 2023	23V594000
Engine	1	Oct 29, 2021	21V844000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Dec 19, 2018	18V907000
Hybrid propulsion system	1	Mar 8, 2018	18V161000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Aug 24, 2023Latest campaign


Aug 24, 202323V594000	Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid latch A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V594000 What's wrong Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release." Risk A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. Remedy Dealers will replace the trunk latch base subassembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC278. Filed under Optima, Optima Hybrid, Optima Phev Campaign NHTSA 23V594000 · Aug 24, 2023
Oct 29, 202121V844000	Engine A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V844000 What's wrong Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage. Risk A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC218. Filed under Optima Hybrid, Optima Phev Campaign NHTSA 21V844000 · Oct 29, 2021
Dec 19, 201818V907000	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V907000 What's wrong 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 number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak. Risk A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Remedy Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172. Filed under Optima Campaign NHTSA 18V907000 · Dec 19, 2018
Mar 8, 201818V161000	Hybrid propulsion system If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V161000 What's wrong Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently. Risk If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC162. Filed under Optima Campaign NHTSA 18V161000 · Mar 8, 2018

Merged from NHTSA model names: Optima, Optima Hybrid, Optima Phev. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component305

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

305Complaints filed

6Involving a crash

12Involving a fire

8Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Engine	191	63	0	8	0
Unknown or other	41	13	1	3	0
Electrical system	39	13	1	3	0
Power train	26	9	0	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	22	7	0	1	0
Exterior lighting	16	5	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	14	5	1	0	2
Steering	12	4	3	0	2
Service brakes	12	4	1	0	1
Engine and engine cooling	9	3	0	0	0
Seat belts	9	3	0	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	8	3	1	0	2
Air bags	8	3	2	0	6
Structure	5	2	0	1	0
Suspension	4	1	0	0	0

11 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Optima, Optima Hybrid, Optima Plug-In Hybrid.

Latest reports

Engine and engine cooling
“The contact owns a 2017 Kia Optima. The contact stated that after receiving an oil change, the contact became aware that the engine oil level was low.”
Filed 09/28/2026 · ODI 11767470
Power train
“This car is registered under my sons name, [XXX]. I helped him buy the car as we paid cash for it ( Money was provided by my ex-wife).”
Filed 09/08/2026 · ODI 11762651
Engine
“While driving at highway speed, my engine began to produce a loud knocking noise without prior warning.”
Filed 08/24/2026 · ODI 11759043

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2017 Kia Optima recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Kia Optima have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Kia Optima. The most recent, 23V594000 (reported August 24, 2023), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Kia Optima?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 191 complaints out of 305 filed with NHTSA (63%). Across all complaints, owners reported 6 crashs and 12 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Kia Optima?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Kia dealer.

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