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20V197000 Recall — Theta II Engine Stall/Fire Risk

⚠ NHTSA Safety Recall  ·  20V197000

NHTSA recall 20V197000 affects Kia Optima/Sorento (2011-2019). All recall repairs are free of charge at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN below to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

⚠ Safety recall — do not delay. Contact your Kia dealer with your VIN to confirm if your vehicle is affected and schedule the free repair.
Manufacturer
Kia
Affected Models
Optima/Sorento
Model Years
2011-2019
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recall 20V197000

What is NHTSA recall 20V197000?
NHTSA recall 20V197000 is a safety recall affecting Kia Optima/Sorento (2011-2019) vehicles for Theta II Engine Stall/Fire Risk. Contact your dealer to verify if your vehicle is included.
Is my Kia Optima/Sorento affected by recall 20V197000?
Not all vehicles of this make and model are affected — the recall applies to specific VINs. Enter your 17-character VIN at VinForFree.com to check your specific vehicle for free.
How do I get recall 20V197000 fixed?
Contact your authorized Kia dealer with your VIN. All recall repairs are completely free of charge to the vehicle owner under federal law.
How much does it cost to fix recall 20V197000?
Nothing. All NHTSA safety recall repairs are completely free of charge to the vehicle owner. The manufacturer is required by federal law to repair the defect at no cost. Contact your nearest Kia dealer with your VIN.
Can I still drive my car with recall 20V197000?
Check the consequence section above. If the recall involves a fire risk, airbag rupture, or loss of control, do not drive the vehicle until the recall is repaired. For less severe recalls, monitor the vehicle and schedule the free repair promptly.

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