Optima V6-2.7L (2003)
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Recalls
Recall - Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement
VOLUME
3
GROUP
Campaign
NUMBER
021
MODEL
Optima
DATE
March 2003
SUBJECT
Crankshaft Position Sensor - Recall Campaign
This bulletin provides information on a recall campaign to replace the Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP) on certain Optima 2.5 and 2.7 liter V-6 engines.
The CKP installed in some 2001 and 2002MY Optima models equipped with 2.5 and 2.7 liter V-6 engines produced between 9/9/00 and 8/17/01 may
have a manufacturing defect involving damage to a capacitor on its internal printed circuit board. A CKP with a damaged capacitor could cause engine
stalling.
To correct this situation, Kia is recalling affected 2001 and 2002MY Optima V-6 models to replace the CKP
* NOTICE
There is no charge to the customer for this repair. Under applicable law, you may not sell or otherwise deliver any affected 2001 or 2002 Optima
until it has been repaired, pursuant to the procedures set forth in this bulletin.
WARNING
Failure to follow procedures, or failure to adhere to Warnings, Cautions, and Notices could result in personal injury and/or unnecessary vehicle
repairs.
INSPECTION:
1.
Open hood.
