The Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) is an office within the NHTSA which investigates serious safety problems in the design, construction or performance of vehicles. The NHTSA is authorized to order manufacturers to recall and repair vehicles, if the ODI finds a safety issue. NHTSA investigations for the 2017 Kia Optima, both ongoing and closed, are listed below:

  1. INVESTIGATION: Electrical overstress

    NHTSA #EA19001

    Status:
    RECALLED

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  2. INVESTIGATION: Loss of Motive Power

    NHTSA #DP22003

    Status:
    CLOSED

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  4. INVESTIGATION: Engine Fires

    NHTSA #EA21003

    Status:
    RECALLED

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