KIA OPTIMA UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/266 (610)

Manufacturer Reference

230047

Defect

Certain engines may have been produced with conditions that can cause premature wear of the connecting rod bearings

Remedy

Complete an electronic vibration test if the engine fails the test it will be replaced

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/255 (20781)

Manufacturer Reference

220S15 & 221048

Defect

The mesh filter inside the tandem pump may block causing insufficient oil supply and a risk of vacuum pump failure. If the pump fails there will be no vacuum assistance and the possibility of increased braking distance when applying the brake pedal.?

Remedy

Remove the mesh filter and check the vacuum pump for damage if damaged replace the pump/drive belt.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/055 (40769)

Manufacturer Reference

131021

Defect

The vehicles brake lights may intermittently malfunction due to carbonisation of the contacts within the brake light switch. This can also affect other systems on the vehicle including: ESC cruise control gear selection (autoboxes) engine check lamp.

Remedy

Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the brake light switch.