Kia Sportswagon: The Forward Collision Avoidance Assist May Fail To Identify Stationary Vehicles

Recall Summary Kia is recalling 822 Sportswagon and Optima Saloon vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because the Forward Collision Avoidance Assist system may fail to detect stationary vehicles. The issue will be fixed through a software upgrade to the Multi-Function Camera system. This is classified as a Class II recall.

Recalling firm

KIA

Product

Vehicles: KIA SPORTSWAGON, KIA OPTIMA SALOON. Units affected: 822

Reason

The Forward Collision Avoidance Assist system may have problems identifying stationary cars. Remedy: Upgrade the software for the Multi-Function Camera system.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2019-08-05

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/2ad844c8-2736-4116-a547-0264c8c4a91a