Kia Recalls 2024 Optima For Engine Failure. Kia has not been found liable for any claims alleged in the lawsuit. The plaintiffs allege that the class vehicles suffer from a defect that can cause engine seizure, stalling, engine failure, and engine fire.

 — engine failure and recall help. The lawsuit alleges that certain kia vehicles (called the class vehicles) have a defect that can cause engine seizure, stalling, engine failure, and possibly engine fire, and that some owners and lessees have been improperly denied repairs under the vehicle’s warranty.