2011 KIA OPTIMA Recalls (4)

Campaign:
13V114000 on 03/31/2013
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Manufactured:
08/11/2010 - 04/23/2011
Affected:
980,377
Defect:
Kia motors corporation (kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 rondo, model year 2007-2011 sedona, sorento and sportage, model year 2010-2011 soul, model year 2008-2011 optima, model year 2010 forte, model year 2007-2009 amanti, and model year 2009 borrego vehicles. originally, in april 2013, kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 rondo and sportage, model year 2007-2011 sorento, model year 2007 sedona, model year 2010-2011 soul, and model year 2011 optima vehicles. in september 2013, kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. the total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. in the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the park position and cause the electronic stability control (esc) malfunction light to illuminate.
Consequence:
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. this may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Kia will send an interim notification to owners in may 2013. when parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542. kia's recall campaign number is sc098.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
13V114000 on 03/31/2013
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Manufactured:
08/11/2010 - 04/23/2011
Affected:
980,377
Defect:
Kia motors corporation (kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 rondo, model year 2007-2011 sedona, sorento and sportage, model year 2010-2011 soul, model year 2008-2011 optima, model year 2010 forte, model year 2007-2009 amanti, and model year 2009 borrego vehicles. originally, in april 2013, kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 rondo and sportage, model year 2007-2011 sorento, model year 2007 sedona, model year 2010-2011 soul, and model year 2011 optima vehicles. in september 2013, kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. the total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. in the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the park position and cause the electronic stability control (esc) malfunction light to illuminate.
Consequence:
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. this may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Kia will send an interim notification to owners in may 2013. when parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542. kia's recall campaign number is sc098.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
17V224000 on 04/04/2017
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Manufactured:
08/11/2010 - 05/14/2014
Affected:
618,160
Defect:
Kia motor company (kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 optima, 2012-2014 sorento and 2011-2013 sportage vehicles. machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Consequence:
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. the recall began june 20, 2017. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc147.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
18V363000 on 06/04/2018
Component:
Air bags: air bag control module
Manufactured:
06/04/2009 - 08/30/2012
Affected:
507,587
Defect:
Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 kia forte, forte koup, 2011-2013 kia optima and 2011-2012 kia optima hybrid and sedona vehicles. in the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
Consequence:
If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Correction:
Kia will notify owners. for model year 2011 sedona vehicles, kia will instruct dealers to verify the acu part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the acu connector and the vehicle harness connector. for all other affected vehicles, kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. the recall began september 28, 2018. owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc165.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2011 KIA OPTIMA TSBs (128)

Bulletin:
PS172
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Kia: on some 2011 optima models the malfunction light may be on with a stored trouble code. problem is with the wastegate actuator. *rm updated 12/20/11. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-088
Component:
181000 vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Summary:
Kia: there could be a noise operation and unsatisfactory pedal feel which is caused by the return spring in the accelerator pedal. 2011 optima. *rm
Bulletin:
TSB-031
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
Kia: procedure to adjust the front toe settings on an off-center steering wheel. *rm
Bulletin:
TSB-096
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Kia motors: 2011 optima. there is a service engine light on and a trouble code stored due to a software problem. *rm
Bulletin:
TSB-015
Component:
111100 electrical system:battery:cables
Summary:
Kia motors: installing an additional ground cable to the battery may cause sensor problems. *rm
Bulletin:
TSB-083
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Kia: for gdi high pressure fuel system, special service information and specifications are provided. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-019
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Kia: information has been provided regarding the replacement of the cooling fan resistor which may crack, on some vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-024
Component:
111100 electrical system:battery:cables
Summary:
Kia: information has been provided regarding the replacement of the 12v auxiliary battery positive (+) and negative (-) cable terminal on optima hybrid vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-026
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Kia: procedure information is provided regarding the improved version of the hpcu (hybrid power control unit) input connector and a/c output connector which is being replaced on some vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-034
Component:
021400 suspension:front:macpherson strut
Summary:
Kia: on some vehicles that may be sensitive to road conditions and exhibit drifting from right to left, information has been provided for diagnosis and repair of condition. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-105
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Kia: information is being provided for some vehicles on upgrade controller software for driving performance improvement. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-020
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Kia: information is being provided on some vehicles relating to the an incorrectly functioning nvld (natural vacuum leakage detection) pressure sensor assembly causing the mil to be on. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-039
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Kia: bulletin is providing cautionary information on installation of when bolt holes of rear upper arm are not properly aligned with subframe, and bolt may become loose. model 2011-2013 optima. *pe
Bulletin:
BOD-077
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Kia: service action: optima (tf) smart key unit update: change of bcm and smk software (sa080). vehicles may experience a current draw/no start or beeping condition. *js
Bulletin:
TSB-025
Component:
061320 engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo-charger
Summary:
Kia: due to some vehicles experiencing an illumination malfunction indicator lamp (mil), the electronic control module (ecm) system needs to be upgraded and reprogrammed with gds downloads to prevent and/or correct this situation. models
Bulletin:
TSB-040
Component:
021530 suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Summary:
Kia: information provided regarding some vehicles, in states where heavy amounts of road salt is used for de-icing and need to have both rear lower control arms replaced, that results in corrosion that causes a knocking or clunking noise.
Bulletin:
TSB-026
Component:
072000 fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Summary:
Kia: a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminates with electronic control module (ecm) system and to correct concern, high pressure fuel pump, fuel delivery pipe and mounting bolts would be replaced, if necessary. model 2011-2014 optima
Bulletin:
TT060
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS226
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS235
Component:
123000 exterior lighting:tail lights
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
097
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
PS274
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TT017
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TT020
Component:
123000 exterior lighting:tail lights
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE-077-R1
Component:
284000 back over prevention: camera system
Summary:
Tsb: rear view camera diagnosis/replacement - this bulletin provides information to diagnose and/or replace the rear view camera of some kia vehicles (see table on pg. 6 for specific models and production dates) which may exhibit inadequat
Bulletin:
TSB-CHA-060
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
Tsb: ecm upgrade - steering logic improvement - this bulletin provides information related to the mdps ecu software upgrade for some 2011 ~ 2014my optima (tf/qf) vehicles, produced from job #1 through july 27, 2014, which may experience a n
Bulletin:
TSBSST041
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: kds - audio update module (aum) - the gds audio update module (aum) was introduced in fourth quarter of 2013. this special service tool (sst) was developed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of updating 2010my, and later, kia
Bulletin:
TSBGEN076
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: proper oil grade / viscosity selection for turbo equipped vehicles - this bulletin provides information related to the proper engine oil grade / viscosity to be used when servicing vehicles equipped with a turbocharger. in addition to
Bulletin:
TSBELE091
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. this procedure will now be req
Bulletin:
TSBTRA049R1
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: 6-spd. a/t adaptive value reset /relearn - this bulletin provides the procedures necessary to reset and relearn the adaptive values after transmission replacement or reprogramming/replacement of the pcm/tcm. after the adaptive values a
Bulletin:
TSBCHA066
Component:
021100 suspension:front:stabilizer bar
Summary:
"front stabilizer link replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the front stabilizer links of some optima (tf/qf), optima hybrid (tf hev) and rio (ub) vehicles, which may experience an abnormal noise em
Bulletin:
DEALERPSC126
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer principal memo (sc126) - kia motors america, inc. will be conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign on certain 2011 my kia optima vehicles designed to meet california emissions, to update the software programming for the engi
Bulletin:
DEALERPSMSC126
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer service manager memo (sc126) - kia motors america, inc. is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign on certain 2011my kia optima vehicles equipped with the 2.4l engine designed to meet california emissions, manufactured from
Bulletin:
OWNERSC126
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Owner notification letter (sc126) - dear kia optima owner: kia motors america, inc. is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to update the software programming on engine control modules on certain 2011 kia optima vehicles.
Bulletin:
QASC126
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"questions and answers (sc126) ' 2011my kia optima vehicles equipped with 2.4l engine and california emissions ecm software update voluntary emissions service campaign"
Bulletin:
TSBCHA072
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tsb: mdps flexible coupling replacement customer satisfaction program (cs1604) - this bulletin provides information regarding the replacement of the flexible coupling in the motor driven power steering (mdps) on some 2011-2014 my optima (qf
Bulletin:
TSBELE089
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: navigation head unit sd card replacement - this bulletin describes the sd card exchange/replacement procedure related to error messages that may be displayed on the navigation screen when the incorrect sd card is inserted. note: only n
Bulletin:
TSBTRA051R1
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ' multiple dtcs - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of various shift solenoids on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtcs p0741, p0743, p0748, p0753, p0758, p0763, p0768, p0773
Bulletin:
PS414
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Pitstop: difficulty assembling strut bearing/insulator - on some optima vehicles, when replacing the strut insulator or strut bearing with new parts you may encounter difficulty installing the new strut bearing into place on the insulator.
Bulletin:
TSBCLI026
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Tsb: a/c evaporator freeze-up during extended drive - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the evaporator temperature sensor of some optima (tf/qf) and sorento (xma) vehicles (see production dates on page 3), which may experience
Bulletin:
TT065
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
"tech tip: buzzing noise from dash symptom: buzzing noise coming from dash area. repair: operate the air-temp controls or the vent air position control setting. if the noise stops after adjusting the controls, the noise may be caused by a
Bulletin:
CS1604DEALERP
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Dealer principal memo: cs1604 - kia motors america, inc. is conducting a customer satisfaction / warranty extension program regarding the motor driven power steering (mdps) on all 2011-2013 my and some 2014 my kia optima vehicles. the mdps
Bulletin:
CS1604DEALERPSM
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Dealer parts and service manager memo: cs1604 - kia motors america, inc. is conducting a customer satisfaction / warranty extension program regarding the motor driven power steering (mdps) on all 2011-2013 my and some 2014 my kia optima veh
Bulletin:
CS1604FORM
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Request for reimbursement form: cs1604 - 2011-2013 and some 2014 my optima vehicles motor driven power steering (mdps) customer satisfaction/warranty extension program - if you have paid to have the flexible coupling in the mdps replaced, y
Bulletin:
CS1604OWNER
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Owner letter: cs1604 - customer satisfaction/warranty extension program - dear kia optima owner: kia motors america, inc. would like to thank you for your purchase of a kia optima vehicle. because kia values you as our customer, we are con
Bulletin:
CS1604QA
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Q and a: cs1604 - all 2011-2013 my and some 2014 my optima vehicles motor driven power steering (mdps) flexible coupling customer satisfaction / warranty extension program
Bulletin:
TSBTRA049
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: 6-speed a/t transmission adaptive values reset/relearn - this bulletin provides the procedures necessary to reset and relearn the adaptive values after transmission replacement or reprogramming/replacement of the ecm/pcm.
Bulletin:
TSBCHA034R1
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Tsb: optima vehicle tracking diagnosis & repair - this bulletin provides information about some 2011my optima vehicles produced from september 1, 2010 to august 31, 2011 that may be sensitive to road conditions and exhibit a slight drift to
Bulletin:
TSBENG132R1
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: ecm upgrade - driving performance improvement (ver.2) - this bulletin provides information related to a controller software upgrade for all 2011~2012my optima hybrid vehicles.
Bulletin:
PS226
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Pitstop: panorama sunroof trim seal loose - optima's produced from sop to october 24, 2012, equipped with panorama sunroof option, may exhibit a loose or sagging side trim seal (a). a portion of the side trim seal may become detached and ca
Bulletin:
PS224R1
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Pitstop: ventilated seat operation - some vehicles are equipped with ventilated front seats to improve occupant comfort by drawing interior vehicle air temperature through the seating surfaces. the customer perception may be that the seat i
Bulletin:
TSBTRA047R1
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: axle shaft serviceability by model - this bulletin has been revised. this bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission. refer to the table below for
Bulletin:
PS235
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: horn chirp and parking lamps inop when locking doors with rke fob - this gives instructions on the procedure to follow if you encounter a customer complaint relating to the vehicle not producing an audible tone or horn chirp, and t
Bulletin:
TSBBOD102
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: seat back cover removal procedure - this bulletin outlines the procedure for the removal of the front seat back covers on optima (qf) and sorento (xma).
Bulletin:
PS274
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Pitstop: acu variant coding after parts supersession - kma has received reports of some 2011~13my optima and 2010~13my forte vehicles not accepting the variant code listed on kgis, following replacement of the air bag control module. in som
Bulletin:
TSBCHA072R1
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tsb rev1: mdps flexible coupling replacement customer satisfaction program (cs1604) - this bulletin provides information regarding the replacement of the flexible coupling in the motor driven power steering (mdps) on some 2011-2014 my optim
Bulletin:
TSBSC135
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: voluntary emissions service campaign: evaporative canister inspection and/or replacement (sc135) - this bulletin provides information to inspect and/or replace the evaporative canister assembly on some optima (tf) vehicles, produced fr
Bulletin:
PS266R1
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Pitstop: hvac receiver/dryer - desiccant replacement - in the event of a hvac system concern in which metal particles or shards have contaminated the system, the desiccant or the entire a/c receiver/dryer assembly may need to be replaced. t
Bulletin:
SC135DEALERP
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer principal memo (sc135) - attention: all dealer principals, kia motors america, inc. is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program to inspect the evaporative canister. kia has determined that the fo
Bulletin:
SC135DEALERPSM
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer parts & service manager memo (sc135) - attention: all dealer parts and service managers, kia motors america, inc. is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program to inspect the evaporative canister.
Bulletin:
SC135OWNER
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Owner notification letter (sc135) - dear kia owner, kia motors america, inc. is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program regarding the evaporative canister in your vehicle.
Bulletin:
SC135QA
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Q and a (sc135/wty009) - evaporative canister voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program
Bulletin:
TSBTRA046
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: automatic transmission fluid application guide - this bulletin provides information relating to the correct automatic transmission fluids that are required for each kia model. refer to the shop manual on kgis for the specific kia model
Bulletin:
TSB SC126
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This bulletin provides information related to updating the software programming (calibration) of the engine control module (ecm) on some 2011 my optima (tf) vehicles equipped with a 2.4l engine and california emissions, produced from octobe
Bulletin:
PS382
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: stop lamp switch identification matrix (sc098) - kma has received a number of incorrect warranty return parts related to campaign sc098 and has determined that at times dealer staff may have difficulty in quickly and easily identif
Bulletin:
PS387
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: navigation headunit and sd card compatibility - this article provides information in regards to possible compatibility issues between navigation head units and sd cards when replacing head units for multimedia issues. if after repl
Bulletin:
TSBELE089
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: navigation head unit sd card replacement - this bulletin describes the sd card exchange/replacement procedure related to error messages that may be displayed on the navigation screen when the incorrect sd card is inserted. note: only n
Bulletin:
TSBTRA051R1
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ' multiple dtcs - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of various shift solenoids on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtcs p0741, p0743, p0748, p0753, p0758, p0763, p0768, p0773
Bulletin:
PS414
Component:
021400 suspension:front:macpherson strut
Summary:
Pitstop: difficulty assembling strut bearing/insulator - on some optima vehicles, when replacing the strut insulator or strut bearing with new parts you may encounter difficulty installing the new strut bearing into place on the insulator.
Bulletin:
WTY002DEALERPSM
Component:
147100 air bags: occupant classification system ocs
Summary:
Dealer parts and service manager memo: wty002 - 2008~2011my rio passenger seat ocs sensor mat warranty extension (wty002) - kia motors america, inc. is extending the warranty coverage for the front passenger occupant classification system (
Bulletin:
WTY004BULLETINR1
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Warranty bulletin: wty004 - 2011-2014 my optima (tf/qf) engine short block warranty extension (wty004) - this warranty bulletin provides information related to the extension of the new vehicle limited warranty for the engine short block ass
Bulletin:
WTY004DEALERPSM
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer parts and service manager memo: wty004 - effective immediately, kia motors america, inc. has extended the warranty coverage of the kia new vehicle limited warranty for the short block assembly (engine block, crankshaft and bearings,
Bulletin:
WTY004FORM
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Request for reimbursement form: wty004 - if you have paid to have your engine repaired/replaced due to connecting rod failure, you may be eligible for reimbursement for some or all of that expense. mail this completed request for reimbursem
Bulletin:
WTY004OWNER
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Owner letter: wty004 - dear kia optima owner: kia motors america takes pride in providing you with high quality and dependable vehicles. in order to maintain these standards, kia is extending the warranty coverage, to all owners, for the en
Bulletin:
TSB-SST033
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Tsb: special service tool for hood release lever removal - this bulletin provides information related to the introduction of a new special service tool (sst) (a) developed to prevent the hood release lever pivot point (b) from being damaged
Bulletin:
TT060
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tech tip: hvac blower stuck on high - this article give the procedure to follow when the hvac blower is stuck on high.
Bulletin:
TSB-CHA044
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tsb: mdps flexible coupling replacement - this bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the mdps motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the mdps when tur
Bulletin:
TSB-TRA051
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ? dtc p0741 - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of the damper clutch (d/c) solenoid on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtc p0741 (active or history), instead of replacing th
Bulletin:
PS315
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Pit stop: gdi injector spray tip deposits - a design feature of vehicles equipped with a gasoline direct injection (gdi) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. therefore, it is complet
Bulletin:
PS322
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Pit stop: dtc p0456 and charcoal canister leaks - when addressing a concern related to a dtc p0456 (evaporative emissions system ? small leak detected), and an inspection of the vapor lines, connections and fuel cap reveal no abnormalities,
Bulletin:
TSB-CHA044R1
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tsb: mdps flexible coupling replacement - this bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the mdps motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the mdps when tur
Bulletin:
TSB-CLI024
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: testing a/c compressor function using gds - this bulletin provides information on a new procedure to test a/c compressor function using the gds.
Bulletin:
PS235R1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: horn answer back or parking lamps inop when locking doors with rke/smk fob - when addressing a customer complaint related to an inoperative parking light confirmation flash, and/or audible answer back when locking the vehicle with
Bulletin:
PS327
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Pitstop: resetting cylinder balance adaptation values - when addressing a cylinder balance concern on a vehicle equipped with a 2.4l gdi engine, it is important to note that the dtc may recur after replacement of any faulty component(s) and
Bulletin:
TSB-ENG160
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: ecu upgrade ? mil on with dtc(s) p0420/p0171 - this bulletin provides information related to the ecu software upgrade for some 2012~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from august 12, 2011 to october 2, 2015, some 2012~2015my sorento
Bulletin:
TSB-SC135R1
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Tsb: voluntary emissions service campaign: evaporative canister inspection and/or replacement (sc135) - this bulletin provides information to inspect and/or replace the evaporative canister assembly on some optima (tf) vehicles, produced fr
Bulletin:
TSB-CHA044R2
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tsb: mdps flexible coupling replacement - rev 2 - this bulletin provides information related to the replacement of the flexible coupling in the mdps motor of some of vehicles, which may experience a ?clicking? noise emanating from the mdps
Bulletin:
TSB-FUE026
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: mil on with dtc p0087 - diagnosis and repair - this bulletin provides information related to some optima (tf/qf), sportage (sl), sorento (xm) and cadenza (vg) vehicles, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminate
Bulletin:
PS280
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Turbocharger oil line inspection - follow the procedure in this article to properly inspect/clean the oil feed and return lines.
Bulletin:
TSB-BOD097R1
Component:
071110 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Summary:
Tsb: fuel filler door inspection and upgrade procedure - this bulletin provides the procedure for inspecting and repairing a potential concern with the fuel filler door operation on some optima (tf) vehicles, produced from september 2010 to
Bulletin:
TSB-ENG099R3
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: service action: optima (tf) ewga inspection and adjustment (sa078) - on some optima (tf) vehicles with a 2.0 t-gdi engine produced from november 1, 2010 to march 18, 2011, the malfunction indicator light (mil) may illuminate with dtc p
Bulletin:
PS343
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Pitstop: oily substance dripping from mdps steering column - on some optima (qf/tf/tf hev) vehicles, the customer may complain of an oily substance dripping onto the driver?s side floorboard area, especially in areas with high ambient tempe
Bulletin:
TSB-ENG160R1
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: ecu upgrade ? mil on with dtc(s) p0420/p0171 - this bulletin provides information related to the ecu software upgrade for some 2012~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from august 12, 2011 to october 2, 2015, some 2012~2015my sorento
Bulletin:
TSB-GEN085
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
Tsb: mandatory replacement of locking/security hardware - by design, certain fasteners utilized in various kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta
Bulletin:
TSB-TRA055
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: inhibitor switch diagnosis information - this bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the inhibitor switch.
Bulletin:
TSB-GEN085R1
Component:
354000 equipment:mechanical
Summary:
Tsb: mandatory replacement of locking/security hardware - by design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? some example
Bulletin:
PS469
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Pitstop: manual evaporative emissions test for hard to find/small leaks - if the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is illuminated with dtc(s) p0442, p0455, p0456, or p0457 (evaporative emissions system-leak detected) and the evaporative (eva
Bulletin:
TSB-SC141R1
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Tsb: sc141 - service campaign - application of additional anti-corrosion material - to improve customer satisfaction, kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain
Bulletin:
TSB-CHA072R2
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tsb: mdps flexible coupling replacement customer satisfaction program (cs1604) - this bulletin provides information regarding the replacement of the flexible coupling in the motor driven power steering (mdps) on some 2011-2014 my optima (qf
Bulletin:
TSB-CLI026R1
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: a/c evaporator freeze-up during extended drive - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the evaporator temperature sensor of some 2011-2014my optima (tf/qf) and 2011-2013my sorento (xma) vehicles only (see production dates on
Bulletin:
PS493
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Tsb: defogging logic ? normal operation, disabling, and enabling - starting with 2010my, all kia vehicles, except rio (jb), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. depending on the spe
Bulletin:
TSB-SC141
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Tsb: sc141 - service campaign - application of additional anti-corrosion material - to improve customer satisfaction, kia is launching this service campaign to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain
Bulletin:
SC141DP
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Dealer principal memo: sc141 - service campaign - attention: all kia dealer principals - kia motors america, inc. will be conducting a voluntary service campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the
Bulletin:
SC141DPSM
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Service manager memo: sc141 - service campaign - attention: all kia service managers - kia motors america, inc. will be conducting a voluntary service campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the u
Bulletin:
SC141QA
Component:
161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Summary:
Questions and answers for voluntary service campaign sc141 ? underbody ? additional anti-corrosion treatment
Bulletin:
PT20201-0002R3
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Parts bullletin: 20201-0002 (revision 3.1) - this bulletin provides information related to the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the engine assembly on certain 2011 to 2014 model year optima, sorento, and sportage vehicles.
Bulletin:
WTY201709R4
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Warranty bulletin: 2017-09.r4 - sc147 claims processing procedures - this warranty bulletin accompanies tsb sc147 theta ii engine inspection and/or replacement and is provided to dealers for specific guidance with claim administration and p
Bulletin:
WTYCS201609RETIR
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Customer satisfaction bulletin 2016-09 - retired for certain optima model vehicles. see customer satisfaction bulletin 2017-01. for other optima models, see wty bulletin2017-09 (sc147)
Bulletin:
PS474
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Pitstop: tpms sensor position - when diagnosing tpms-related dtcs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. the tpms positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a kds.
Bulletin:
TSB-CHA066R1
Component:
021100 suspension:front:stabilizer bar
Summary:
Tsb: front stabilizer link replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the front stabilizer links of some optima (tf/qf), optima hybrid (tf hev) and rio (ub) vehicles, which may experience an abnormal noise emanating from
Bulletin:
TSB-ELE091R1
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - identifying head unit software version for direct exchange (ele091) (rev 1) - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level
Bulletin:
TSB-FUE025
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: service action: ecm upgrade - mil on with dtc p0300 and/or p0301, p0302, p0303 and p0304 (sa151) - this bulletin provides information related to the ecm software upgrade for some 2011-2012my optima (tf), produced from july 16 ,2010 to
Bulletin:
PS208R1
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Pitstop: tf/qf panorama reset/initialization procedure - this article explains the instructions for resetting the "one-touch" open/close feature of the sunshade and/or panorama sunroof.
Bulletin:
PT20201-0002R4
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Parts bulletin - theta ii engine safety recall (sc147) - this bulletin provides information related to the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the engine assembly on certain 2011 to 2014 model year optima, sorento, and sportage veh
Bulletin:
WTY201709R5
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Wty - sc147 claims processing procedures - revised - authorization of claims processing for sc147 - see this bulletin for specific handling procedures regarding sc147.
Bulletin:
TSBBOD172
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Tsb - outside rear combination lamp water intrusion - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the outside rear combination lamp pads on some 2011-2015my optima (tf), produced from august 12, 2010 through july 23, 2015, and some 2011
Bulletin:
TSBELE091R3
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb - identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations.
Bulletin:
TSBENG172
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Tsb - service action: turbo oil feed line replacement (sa300) - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the turbo oil feed line on some 2011-2015my optima (tf), produced from november 1, 2010 through august 30, 2011, 2012-2015my opt
Bulletin:
TSBCHA060_R1
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tsb - ecm upgrade ? steering logic improvement -this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. this bulletin provides information related to the mdps ecu software upgrade for some 2011 ~ 2014my optima (tf/qf) vehicles, p
Bulletin:
TSBTRA047_R2
Component:
106200 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Summary:
Tsb - driveshaft serviceability - this bulletin has been revised most recently to include additional information. this bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic tr
Bulletin:
PS539
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Pitstop - engine component re-use guidelines - in general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
Bulletin:
DC_20180828
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Dealer communication - recent kia media reports - dear kia retailer, you and your customers may have seen recent media reports regarding thermal incidents in kia vehicles or nhtsa?s announcement of the opening of a defect petition for fire
Bulletin:
DC_20181026
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Dealer communication - recent kia media reports, october 26 2018 update - dear kia retailer, we wrote to you in late august to provide you with an update regarding news reports regarding non-collision fires in kia vehicles and nhtsa?s annou
Bulletin:
VPI1803_DP
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - dealer principal letter - attention: all kia dealer principals, kia is conducting a product improvement campaign to perform a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to protect the engine fro
Bulletin:
VPI1803_DSM
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - dealer service manager letter - attention: all kia dealer service managers, kia is conducting a product improvement campaign to perform a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to protect th
Bulletin:
VPI1803_OWNER_OP
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - owner letter - dear kia optima owner: kia motors america, inc. is conducting an important product improvement campaign to perform a software update on all 2011-2013 my optima vehicles equipped with 2.
Bulletin:
VPI1803_QA
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - questions and answers - engine control unit (ecu) software update - this document is the q & a for the new product improvement campaign to provide information regarding a software update to the engine
Bulletin:
VPI1803_TSB
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Product improvement campaign (pi1803) - tsb - engine control unit (ecu) software update - this document is the technical service bulletin for the new product improvement campaign to provide information regarding a software update to the eng

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