2018 Kia Optima Battery Management Systems Recall

Kia has announced that 1710 vehicles have been affected by a Battery Management Systems recall.

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.

If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.

2018 Kia Optima Recall Battery Management Systems

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 3, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC162.

Check 2018 Kia Optima Recalls by VIN

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Where and How to Get Your 2018 Kia Optima Battery Management Systems Recall Fixed

Asbury Automotive Group is a Fortune 500 dealer group with dealerships all over the United States. All of our Kia dealers will diagnose the 2018 Kia Optima Battery Management Systems recall and fix it free of charge in accordance with Kia OEM guidelines and instructions.

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