Due to an internal leak of brake fluid, a short circuit can occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC (Anti-lock Braking System / Electronic Stability Control) system. This can lead to an increase in current and overheating in the fuse box, increasing the risk of the engine catching fire.
The Kia Optima vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 9 February 2010 and 23 July 2015.
Kia recall code: 241143, 241144, 241145, 241147, 241148
Affected models: Cadenza, Carens, Cerato/Forte, Mohave/Borrego, Optima, Picanto, Quoris, Ray, Rio, Sorento, Soul, Sportage
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 4,916,329
Source: Rapex Alert 7/2025 SR/00592/25
Source: Rapex Alert 7/2025 SR/00586/25