2018 kia optima-phev

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Safety Recall

#21V844000

A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Technical Summary 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.

Safety Recall

#23V594000

A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

Technical Summary 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.