Kia Optima Recall R/2023/266: Certain Engines May Have Been Produced With Conditions That Can Cause Premature Wear Of…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 13 Nov 2023
- Launched
- 610
- vehicles in the UK
- 230047
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Kia recalled Optima vehicles built between 4 December 2015 and 13 September 2018. Certain engines may have been produced with conditions that can cause premature wear of the connecting rod bearings. The dealer will replace complete an electronic vibration test if the engine fails the test it. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Certain engines may have been produced with conditions that can cause premature wear of the connecting rod bearings.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Certain engines may have been produced with conditions that can cause premature wear of the connecting rod bearings Defect: Certain engines may have been produced with conditions that can cause premature wear of the connecting rod bearings Remedy: Complete an electronic vibration test if the engine fails the test it will be replaced
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause premature wear of the connecting rod bearings.
The Fix
The dealer will replace complete an electronic vibration test if the engine fails the test it.
Are You Affected?
Optima built between 4 December 2015 and 13 September 2018 may be included. Kia estimates 610 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Kia, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Kia.
- Book with any franchised Kia dealer, quoting the campaign code 230047 or the DVSA reference R/2023/266. See how to get a Kia recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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Source: DVSA recall R/2023/266, launched 13 November 2023. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.