Kia there is a possibility that the shift cable may have been installed incorrectly, causing tension in the cable.
The short version
KIA MOTORS CORPORATION reported a problem with the lever and linkage column shift. Here is what owners need to know.
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.
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.
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SHIFT CABLE AND REINSTALL IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 11V-153.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2006–2008 | Kia Optima |
What changed
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- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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