Is the 2016 KIA Optima safe to drive?

The 2016 KIA Optima has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 16V705000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

What Happened

The front axle driveshaft of your vehicle might crack and break, which could cause problems while driving.

Risk if Unfixed

If the driveshaft breaks, your vehicle won't move forward, and if you don't apply the parking brake when getting out, it could roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Kia will fix your vehicle by replacing the front axle driveshaft at no cost to you, and they'll notify you when it's time to bring your vehicle in.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #16V705000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 16V705000

What This Recall Means

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?