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August 24, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V594000
Trunk Emergency Release May Fail/FMVSS 401
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V594000
Manufacturer Kia America, Inc.
Components LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Potential Number of Units Affected 319,436
Summary
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, “Internal Trunk Release.”
Remedy
Dealers will replace the trunk latch base subassembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC278.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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2016-2017MY Rio, 2016-2018MY Optima, 2017-2018MY Optima Hybrid and
2017-2018MY Optima Plug-in Hybrid
Emergency Trunk Latch Release Lever
Basis of Safety Defect Determination 573.6(c)(6)
January 17, 2023
During regular monitoring of field data, Kia North America (Kia NA) Safety Office identifies potential trunk latch inoperable concern for 2016 and 2017MY Rio vehicles. Kia NA Safety Office begins collection of Rio trunk latch assemblies.
February 10, 2023
Kia NA Safety Office reviews field data and escalates issue to SEL for further investigation.
February 16 – March 30, 2023
Kia NA Safety Office receives two (2) warranty-returned parts with complaints of trunk will not latch/close for 2017MY Rio. Kia NA Safety Office installs two warranty-returned parts on exemplar vehicle and duplicates inability to close trunk. Kia NA Safety Office ships parts to Kia Corporation (Kia HQ) for further investigation.
May 2, 2023
Kia HQ informs Kia NA Safety Office of its parts evaluation results regarding two warranty-returned trunk latches. Kia HQ identifies latches exhibit crack in the trunk latch base subassembly. Testing confirms normal operation of trunk latch in one part and inability to close trunk in the other part.
Kia HQ identifies certain Optima models are equipped with same latch components as the Rio and requests additional parts for further investigation.
May 4, 2023
Kia HQ and Kia America visit dealer to inspect 2016MY Rio (Vehicle #1) with complaint of trunk not opening or closing. Inspection identifies emergency trunk latch release lever does not open trunk. Kia NA Safety Office requests part for further evaluation.
May 15 – June 2, 2023
Kia NA Safety Office receives part from Vehicle #1 and notices latch is broken, likely caused during removal by technician. Kia NA Safety Office receives six (6) additional warranty-returned parts from Rio and Optima. Kia NA Safety office ships the parts to Kia HQ for further evaluation.
July 5, 2023
Kia HQ informs Kia NA Safety Office of preliminary investigation results of shipped parts and identifies three (3) parts could not be tested due to broken pawl, three (3) parts operate normally (i.e., emergency release lever opens trunk), and one (1) part opens trunk on second attempt when using emergency release lever.
Kia NA Safety Office inspects 2017MY Rio (Vehicle #2) with complaint of trunk not opening. Trunk does not open using emergency release lever. Incident part collected for further evaluation.
August 14, 2023
Kia HQ and Kia NA Safety Office conduct joint inspection and install collected part from Vehicle #2. Part opens trunk intermittently (i.e., on fifth attempt) using emergency release lever.
August 16, 2023
Kia NA Safety Office updates field data and finds a total of 32 incidents describing the inability to open the trunk from the emergency release lever.
Kia NA conducts regulatory review and identifies intermittent inability to open the trunk from the inside is considered a noncompliance with FMVSS 401, §S4.3(a).
August 17, 2023
Kia NA Safety Office decides to conduct a FMVSS 401 noncompliance recall of certain 2016-2017MY Rio, 2016-2018MY Optima, 2017-2018MY Optima Hybrid and 2017-2018MY Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. No crashes or injuries.
9 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
KIA | OPTIMA | 2016-2018 |
KIA | OPTIMA HYBRID | 2017-2018 |
KIA | OPTIMA PHEV | 2017-2018 |
KIA | RIO | 2016-2017 |
3 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
Noncompliance Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V594-5942.PDF 216.108KB
Chronology Report
RMISC-23V594-6029.PDF 29.595KB
Latest Recalls Documents
For the Latest and Most Recent Recalls Information Visit the link below…
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=23V594&docType=RCL
- Trunk Latch FIt: for 2016-2020 Kia Optima EX, Hybrid EX, LX, Plug-In Hybrid EX, S, SX, LX 1.6T, SX Limited, Hybrid, Hybrid Premium with 1.6 2.0 2.4 Liter Engines.
- Rear Hatch Latch OE number: 81230-D4000, 81230D4000, Please kindly check the Fitment and Part Number before ordering, Thanks!
- Resolve Remote unlock: rear door hatch lock works with the key fob, the button on the trunk, and the floor latch. makes "popping" with one push of a button. Restore the ease and convenience of remotely opening/ not latch close/ lock/ unlock.
- Easy installation within minutes: rear hatch lock with plug-and-play design. Watch the video when installing. No special tools are required. The assembly is the same as when you disassemble it, just in reverse.
- High quality: trunk latch assembly has an inside tailgate motor. 3-Pin connector for more proper installation. Rugged plastic housing and durable metal material make the actuator latch long life and corrosion resistant.
- Trunk Latch FIt: for Kia Forte 2014-2020 with 1.6L 1.8L 2.0L L4 Engines, for Kia Koup EX SX 2014-2016, for Kia Forte EX LX 2014-2019, for Kia Forte S 2017-2019, for Kia Forte FE LX LXS 2019, for Kia Forte EX FE GT Line LXS 2020.
- Rear Hatch Latch OE number: 81230A7030, 81230-A7030, Please kindly check the Fitment and Part Number before ordering, Thanks!
- Resolve Remote unlock: rear door hatch lock works with the key fob, the button on the trunk, and the floor latch. makes "popping" with one push of a button. Restore the ease and convenience of remotely opening/ not latch close/ lock/ unlock.
- Easy installation within minutes: rear hatch lock with plug-and-play design. Watch the video when installing. No special tools are required. The assembly is the same as when you disassemble it, just in reverse.
- High quality: trunk latch assembly has an inside tailgate motor. 3-Pin connector for more proper installation. Rugged plastic housing and durable metal material make the actuator latch long life and corrosion resistant.
- [Vehicle Fitment]: Compatible with 2016 Optima 2017 Optima 2018 Optima 2019 Optima 2020 Optima---1.6L/2.0L/2.4L,Sedan
- [Reference Number]: 81230-D4000, 81230D4000---Please enter your vehicle information in the top left corner of listing and check our "Special Note" before ordering
- [Location]: Rear Door Lock Actuator; 81230-D4000 Rear Hatch Trunk Door Lock Actuator Comes With 3-Pin Connector
- [Function]: The A-Premium trunk lock actuator is made of sturdy plastic and high-density metal, which improves the durability and reliability of the product. The first-class design and technologies applied to the actuator make it meet or even exceed OE specifications and prevent deformation. Replace the rear trunk latch to restore the normal tailgate lock functions by solving locking and unlocking problems and control your liftgate sensitively
- [Buy with Confidence]: A-Premium offers a one-year unlimited-mileage guarantee on our meticulously crafted rear tailgate trunk latch lock actuator. We offer a wide variety of automotive accessory categories, ensuring that you can hit the road with peace of mind.
- Replace OEM Part Number--Tailgate trunk lock latch actuator replace 81230-D4000, 81230D4000, 81230 D4000. Package includes: 81230-D4000 Trunk Latch.
- Compatible With Kia Vehicles Are As Follows--81230-D4000 Trunk Lid Lock Latch compatible with 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid; compatible with 2016 2017 Kia Optima SX Limited; compatible with 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima SX; compatible with 2016 2017 2018 Kia Optima LX 1.6T; compatible with 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima LX; compatible with 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima EX; compatible with 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid EX; compatible with 2017 2018 Kia Optima Hybrid Premium; compatible with 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid EX; compatible with 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima S.
- Resolves Old or Damaged Trunk Actuator Not Working--Our new trunk lock actuator addresses remote opening issues and helps restore the 2016-2020 Kia Optima's tailgate lock to normal operation. The sturdy plastic housing design makes the 81230D4000 Kia Optima trunk lid lock lock assembly more durable and protects it from damage.
- Plug-and-play design, save time and money--Comply with OEM standards, the structure, appearance and function are equivalent to the original parts, no additional hardware is required, it can be installed as easily as the original OEM parts, simple and convenient.
- Excellent rear trunk latch actuator- Our rear trunk latch actuator is of high quality and reliable performance. Please check whether the picture and reference model are suitable for your device before purchasing!
- Part Number Replace:81230A7030, 81230-A7030, 81230 A7030
- Please confirm your car model and the OE of the part before purchasing to avoid buying the wrong.
- Please confirm your part picture before purchasing to avoid buying the wrong.
- It could correctly replace the original part.
- 81230-A7030 Trunk Lock Actuator Compatible with Kia Forte 2013-2018 1.6L 1.8L 2.0L Engine Tailgate Door Latch Lock Actuator 81230A7030
- Perfect Fit: This tailgate latch replacement for Kia Optima 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Sedan
- Works Like A Charm: Easy to install. Replacement actuator help to restored a normally functioning lock system, fix the noise and won't-lock problem
- Convenient Operation: A liftgate latch actuator offers an effortless way to operate your vehicle's liftgate. You can easily open and close the liftgate
- Replace OE Number: Rear trunk latch lock assembly fit 81230-2T001, 812302T001
- Buy With Confidence: Trunk latch built-in quality material and wear-resistant gearwheel ensure long-term operation, direct replacement trunk hatch latch
- 🚐 Compatible for 2013-2018 Kia Forte,2018-2022 Hyundai Accent
- 🔧 Replacement Part Number:81230-A7030 81230A7030,81230-H5010
- 📦 Package:1 x Rear Trunk Latch
- 🛒 Installation Position:TailGate
- 📧 If you have any questions or need fitment information for your vehicle, please contact with us.We will assure you will get the best solution and service.
- [OE number] 81230A7030, 81230-A7030
- [Fitment] Fits for Kia Forte 2014-2020 with 1.6L 1.8L 2.0L L4 Engines. For Kia Forte Koup EX SX 2014 2015 2016, for Kia Forte EX LX 2014 2015 2016. for Kia Forte EX LX S 2017 2018, for Kia Forte EX FE LX LXS S 2019, for Kia Forte EX FE GT GT Line LXS 2020-2021, For Kia Forte FE, GT, GT-Line, LXS 1.6L L4-Gas, 2.0L L4-Gas 2022. Please check detail compatible mode on fitment table or description.
- [Features of Trunk Lock Actuator] 3-Pin connector for more proper install, solid plastic housing and durable metal material to provide robust latch a long last life, wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant.
- [Function] This will fit 2DR and 4DR for Fortes w/ keyless entry. Directly replace broken or damaged rear trunk lock actuator motor to bring rear trunk back to work smoothly, resolve remote open/ not latch close/ lock/ unlock problems.
- [Package] 1 x tailgate lock actuator motor. Please confirm car make, mode, year and OE number before purchasing. Check relevant replace video when you in doubt.
- REPLACEMENT REAR LIFTGATE TRUNK OPEN RELEASE SWITCH - 81260-1W220 rear hatch release button helps to open the rear hatch at ease. Constructed of premium material for long lasting durability and reliability.
- FITS THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES - For 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Kia Rio Hatch Release Button; For 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Kia Pride Hatch Release Button. Please kindly check the fitments and part number before ordering, Thanks!
- REPLACE PART # - 81260-1W220, 81260 1W220, 812601W220 | Direct replacement for a proper fit and easy installation, quality materials used, meets or exceeds OEM standards, 100% rigorously tested.
- WHAT YOU'LL GET - 1 x 81260-1W220 Trunk Latch, 12-MONTH Warranty and LIFETIME Support. If the kia 81260 1W220 truck hatch release button ever fails on your 12 13 14 15 16 17 Kia Pride rear hatch release button or 12 13 14 15 16 17 Kia Rio rear hatch release button, please don’t hesitate to contact us for a replacement. True hassle-free shopping experience 🙂
- Fits the Following Vehicles -- 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid,2017 2018 Kia Optima Hybrid Premium,2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima S,2016 2017 Kia Optima SX Limited,2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima SX,2016 2017 2018 Kia Optima LX 1.6T,2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima LX,2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima EX,2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid EX,2017 2018 2019 2020 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid EX,Please check the fitment and part number before ordering
- Replace No. -- 81230-D4000,81230D4000. Direct replacement for a proper fit and easy installation, quality materials used, meets or exceeds quality standards.It works even better and lasts longer.Save time and money.
- Function -- 81230-D4000 Rear Hatch Trunk Door Lock Actuator resolve remote open problem,restore the vehicle's tailgate lock to proper operation.The robust plastic housing is designed to make the actuator more durable and make it out of damage
- Save Time&Money -- Rear trunk lock actuator motor installation is super easy,perfect fit,even it works better and lasts longer.
- After-sales Service -- If you have any questions or the product has any damage, we will provide the refund service.we will try our best to solve your problem. Customer satisfaction is our tireless pursuit.
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-594 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Kia America, Inc. Submission Date : AUG 24, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-594 Manufacturer Recall No. : SC278 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Kia America, Inc. Address : 111 Peters Canyon Road Irvine CA 92606 Company phone : 800-333-4542 Population : Number of potentially involved : 319,436 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2016-2017 Kia Rio Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Certain 2016-2017 model year Rio sedan vehicles manufactured at the Gwangmyeong plant from March 3, 2015 through March 31, 2017 (50,554 units). The recall population was determined by a review of vehicle production and supplier records. The vehicles subject to this recall were not produced in VIN order. Customers seeking information about their specific vehicle will be referred to Kia’s Consumer Assistance Center or their Kia dealer. Production Dates : MAR 03, 2015 – MAR 31, 2017 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2016-2018 Kia Optima Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Certain 2016-2018 model year Optima vehicles manufactured at Kia Georgia from August 28, 2015 through March 6, 2018 (234,335 units). The recall population was determined by a review of vehicle production and supplier records. The vehicles subject to this recall were not produced in VIN order. Customers seeking information about their specific vehicle will be referred to Kia’s Consumer Assistance Center or their Kia dealer. Production Dates : AUG 28, 2015 – MAR 06, 2018 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-594 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2016-2018 Kia Optima Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Certain 2016-2018 model year Optima vehicles manufactured at the Hwasung plant from February 2, 2016 through November 28, 2017 (23,986 units). The recall population was determined by a review of vehicle production and supplier records. The vehicles subject to this recall were not produced in VIN order. Customers seeking information about their specific vehicle will be referred to Kia’s Consumer Assistance Center or their Kia dealer. Production Dates : FEB 02, 2016 – NOV 28, 2017 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2017-2018 Kia Optima Hybrid Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : HYBRID ELECTRIC Descriptive Information : Certain 2017-2018 model year Optima Hybrid vehicles manufactured at the Hwasung plant from June 27, 2016 through November 21, 2017 (8,311 units). The recall population was determined by a review of vehicle production and supplier records. The vehicles subject to this recall were not produced in VIN order. Customers seeking information about their specific vehicle will be referred to Kia’s Consumer Assistance Center or their Kia dealer. Production Dates : JUN 27, 2016 – NOV 21, 2017 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2017-2018 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : HYBRID ELECTRIC Descriptive Information : Certain 2017-2018 model year Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles manufactured at the Hwasung plant from August 25, 2016 through November 22, 2017 (2,250 units). The recall population was determined by a review of vehicle production and supplier records. The vehicles subject to this recall were not produced in VIN order. Customers seeking information about their specific vehicle will be referred to Kia’s Consumer Assistance Center or their Kia dealer. Production Dates : AUG 25, 2016 – NOV 22, 2017 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-594 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of Noncompliance : Description of the Noncompliance : A crack can develop in the pawl of the trunk latch base subassembly which can intermittently cause the trunk’s interior emergency release lever to be inoperative. As a result, the subject vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 401, §S4.3(a). In the rare event that a person is inside the trunk compartment at the same time the latch pawl cracks, the person may not be able exit the trunk, thereby increasing the risk of injury. FMVSS 1 : 401 – Internal trunk release FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : The inability to exit the trunk increases the risk of injury. Description of the Cause : Crack in the trunk latch base subassembly pawl. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : Intermittent failure of the trunk to open or close. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Latch Assy-Trunk Lid Component Description : Trunk Lid Latch Assembly (Rio) Component Part Number : 81230-1W010 and 81230-1W030 Component Name 2 : Latch Assy-Trunk Lid Component Description : Trunk Lid Latch Assembly (Optima / Optima Hybrid / Optima Plug-in Hybrid) Component Part Number : 81230-D4000 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Daedong Door Address : 64, Cheomdan-daero 124 beon-gil, Yeonsu-gu Incheon Foreign States 21991 Country : Korea, Republic of Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-594 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Chronology : See attached document titled “2016-2017MY Rio, 2016-2018MY Optima, 2017-2018MY Optima Hybrid & 2017-2018MY Optima Plug-in Hybrid Emergency Trunk Latch Release Lever”. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : All owners of the subject vehicles will be notified by first class mail with instructions to bring their vehicles to a Kia dealer to have the trunk latch base subassembly replaced with a new one. Kia will reimburse owners for repair expenses already incurred pursuant to Kia’s General Reimbursement Plan filed May 10, 2022. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The remedy component has a trunk latch base subassembly with a strengthened pawl. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The trunk latch with a strengthened pawl was applied to vehicle production on 11/29/2017 for the Optima vehicles (Hwasung plant), on 3/7/2018 for the Optima vehicles (Georgia plant), 11/22/2017 for the Optima Hybrid vehicles (Hwasung plant), and on 11/23/2017 for Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles (Hwasung plant). The 2018MY Rio vehicle is not equipped with the recall component. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : The dealer notice is scheduled to begin and end on 10/16/2023 and the owner notice is scheduled to begin on 10/19/2023 and end on 10/20/2023. Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 16, 2023 – OCT 16, 2023 Planned Owner Notification Date : OCT 19, 2023 – OCT 20, 2023 * NR – Not Reported
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