Transport CanadaCritical
2016 KIA OPTIMATransport Canada Recall #2016514
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine, the passenger side axle shaft could fail. This could result in a loss of vehicle propulsion which could increase the risk of a crash. This could also allow the vehicle to roll away if parked on a sufficient slope, despite the transmission shift lever being set in the PARK position. Both issues could cause injury and/or damage to property.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the right front axle shaft assembly.
575 vehicles affectedMfr ref: RC105Updated June 10, 2026