#BRL140 License Plate
2013 KIA Optima
Kentucky, US
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Overview
The license plate number #BRL140 belongs to a KIA Optima (2013 model) and is registered in Kentucky as a passenger car manufactured by KIA GEORGIA, INC. The vehicle has a standard license plate attached to the rear of the vehicle. The license plate #BRL140 was first searched on LookupAPlate on June 09, 2025, and it currently has no community reports. You can find the detailed report of the vehicle below.
Specifications
General
Make
KIA
Manufacturer Name
KIA GEORGIA, INC
Model
Optima
Model Year
2013
Series
EX
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Plant Country
UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant Company Name
Kia Motor Manufacturing, Georgia
Plant State
GEORGIA
Series2
QF
Engine
Displacement (CC)
2400.0
Displacement (CI)
146.45698582735
Displacement (L)
2.4
Engine Model
DOHC GDI Theta II
Fuel Type - Primary
Gasoline
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Fuel Delivery / Fuel Injection Type
Stoichiometric Gasoline Direct Injection (SGDI)
Turbo
Yes
Exterior Body
Body Class
Sedan/Saloon
Doors
4
Exterior Dimension
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Passive Safety System / Air Bag Location
Curtain Air Bag Locations
1st and 2nd Rows
Front Air Bag Locations
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Air Bag Locations
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Passive Safety System
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Active Safety System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type
Direct
License Plate BRL140
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Showing 6 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS (18V907000)
Received on 19/12/2018
Make
KIA
Model
OPTIMA
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.safercar.gov.
Remedy
Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
ModelYear
2013
Conequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
NHTSAActionNumber
DP18003
ReportReceivedDate
19/12/2018
NHTSACampaignNumber
18V907000
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE (18V363000)
Received on 01/06/2018
Make
KIA
Model
OPTIMA
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.safercar.gov.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC165.
Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
Component
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
ModelYear
2013
Conequence
If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
NHTSAActionNumber
PE18003
ReportReceivedDate
01/06/2018
NHTSACampaignNumber
18V363000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY (20V100000)
Received on 21/02/2020
Make
KIA
Model
OPTIMA
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.safercar.gov.
Remedy
Kia will notify Owners, and Dealers will inspect the low pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, a heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC187.
Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The low pressure fuel hose may deteriorate and crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
ModelYear
2013
Conequence
If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
NHTSAActionNumber
PE19004
ReportReceivedDate
21/02/2020
NHTSACampaignNumber
20V100000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (20V519000)
Received on 27/08/2020
Make
KIA
Model
OPTIMA
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.safercar.gov.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.
Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
ModelYear
2013
Conequence
If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
NHTSAActionNumber
PE19004
ReportReceivedDate
27/08/2020
NHTSACampaignNumber
20V519000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (21V331000)
Received on 10/05/2021
Make
KIA
Model
OPTIMA
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.safercar.gov.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 20V-519. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC212.
Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
ModelYear
2013
Conequence
An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
NHTSAActionNumber
PE19004
ReportReceivedDate
10/05/2021
NHTSACampaignNumber
21V331000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE (17V224000)
Received on 31/03/2017
Make
KIA
Model
OPTIMA
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.safercar.gov.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147.
Summary
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ModelYear
2013
Conequence
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
NHTSAActionNumber
RQ17003
ReportReceivedDate
31/03/2017
NHTSACampaignNumber
17V224000
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