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2013 Kia Optima recalls
NHTSA lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Kia Optima. A campaign often covers only certain trims, engines or build dates, so check your exact VIN.
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2013 Kia Optima recall campaigns on file (9)
Live data from NHTSA (api.nhtsa.gov), retrieved 2026-11-15 and refreshed daily.
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module · Sep 25, 2023 · campaign 23V652000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an…
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14,… - Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars · Aug 1, 2022 · campaign 22V560000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Optima vehicles. The right and left headliner plates may not be secured properly, which can result in the plates detaching in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment.
Risk: A plate that detaches during a crash may strike an occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will secure the headliner plates, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC245. - Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Feb 17, 2022 · campaign 22V093000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 20V-100. The low pressure fuel hose may be damaged, or missing heat-protective tape, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-33-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC228. - Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module · May 10, 2021 · campaign 21V331000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge.… - Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module · Aug 27, 2020 · campaign 20V519000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk: If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is… - Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Feb 21, 2020 · campaign 20V100000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The low pressure fuel hose may deteriorate and crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Risk: If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Kia will notify Owners, and Dealers will inspect the low pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, a heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of… - Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Dec 19, 2018 · campaign 18V907000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to…
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172. - Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module · Jun 1, 2018 · campaign 18V363000
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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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… - Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine · Mar 31, 2017 · campaign 17V224000
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.
Risk: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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…
How to check if your 2013 Kia Optima has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door-jamb sticker, or your registration or insurance card.
- Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The result shows open recalls the manufacturer has reported for that VIN.
- If a recall is open, call an authorized Kia dealer. Safety recall repairs are generally done free of charge.
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Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Kia Optima have?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2013 Kia Optima (live data as of 2026-11-15). Not every campaign applies to every vehicle, because many cover only certain trims, engines or build dates.
Does my 2013 Kia Optima have an open recall?
The list on this page shows campaigns for the model and year, not for your exact car. To see whether your VIN has an open (unrepaired) recall, enter it at NHTSA's free lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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