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2019 Kia Optima Electronic Stability Control Esc Problems

2 owner-reported electronic stability control esc complaints from NHTSA data

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May 2020Aug 2022
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (2)

mediumELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Filed: Aug 2022

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, there were knocking sounds before the engine suffered a failure. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over safely and the vehicle was towed to a local dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) unit software not being updated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000.

NHTSA #: 11480213
mediumELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Filed: May 2020

WAS DRIVING ON A CITY ROAD AND A CAR STOPPED IN FRONT OF US (WHILE ONLY GOING 25MPH) THEN THE CAUTION FRONT SENSOR LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR HAD A NOTIFICATION THAT POPPED UP SAID FRONT CAMERA IS BLOCKED. STAYED ON FOR 5 MINUTES THEN JUST SHUT OFF. *TR

NHTSA #: 11325495

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