Kia Sportage, Optima +1 more: Engine and engine cooling — engine

Affects Kia Sportage, Optima, Sorento · 2011–2014 — about 618K vehicles.

The hazard

Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational