Defect Description For Recall
Kia Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2006-2008 Optima Vehicles Manufactured From September 29, 2005, Through June 13, 2007. There Is A Possibility That The Shift Cable May Have Been Installed Incorrectly, Causing Tension In The Cable. If Present, This Condition Could Cause The Cable To Detach From The Shifter Assembly’S Dowel Pin Preventing The Transmission From Being Shifted. The Shift Lever Can Then Be Moved Into The Park (P) Position While The Vehicle’S Transmission Is Still In The Last Used Gear Before Detachment.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
OPTIMA
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
11V153000
Component Description
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
Effect Of Defect
If The Driver Leaves The Vehicle Without Engaging The Parking Brake, There Is A Possibility That The Vehicle Can Roll Injure A Person In Its Path Or Cause A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Shift Cable And Reinstall If Necessary Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On March 23, 2011. Owner May Contact Kia At 1-800-333-4542.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20050929
End Of Manufacture
20070613
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
70115
Date Owners Notified
20110323
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20110309
Make Campaign Number
SC088