2016 KIA Optima recalls

5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

23V594000 · KIA America, Inc.Latches/locks/linkages recallThe trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside.Body & latchesFree replacement319KunitsAug 202318V907000 · KIA Motors AmericaEngine recallThe high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during…Engine & powertrainFree replacement72KunitsDec 201817V007000 · KIA Motors AmericaAir Bags recallKia Motors America (Kia) has recalled one 2016 Optima vehicle.Air bagsSee remedy1unitsJan 201716V705000 · KIA Motors AmericaPower Train recallThe right front axle driveshaft may crack and fail.Engine & powertrainFree replacement12KunitsOct 201616V231000 · KIA Motors AmericaAir Bags recallIn these vehicles, a chemical enhancer required for the for the second stage deployment of the driver's frontal air bag was not…Air bagsFree replacement17unitsApr 2016