A recall notice for Kia JF Optima MY2018-2020 supplied by Kia Motors Australia due to a software error.
Kia Motors Australia — Kia JF Optima MY2018-2020
PRA No.
2019/17725
Date published
11 Aug 2019
Campaign number
191064
Product description
Kia JF Optima
Model Years 2018-2020
667 affected vehicles
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
See attached VIN list
What are the defects?
Due to an error in the Frontal Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) software, the braking assist function may fail when the vehicle approaches a stationary vehicle.
What are the hazards?
If the FCA fails to recognise a stationary vehicle, the braking assist may not activate during a frontal collision, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Affected owners will be contacted by direct mail. Owners should contact their nearest Kia Motors Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle.
For more information, consumers should contact Kia Motors Australia on 13 15 42.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Kia Motors Australia
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
- 21 December 2018 - 2 August 2019
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities and Regional Development is the responsible regulator for this recall.
