Axle assembly: axle shaftRecall 16V-705 · 2016 Kia Optima
Kia Motors America recall 16V-705 covers 12,214 2016 Kia Optima for a axle assembly: axle shaft problem, reported to NHTSA on October 3, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q1) shows 81% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V705000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 13, 2015, to April 23, 2016 and equipped with a 2.4l engine. The right front axle driveshaft may crack and fail.
The risk
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.
The fix
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC139.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
81%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 550 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 13, 2015 to April 23, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.