The Fast and Easy Way to Check and Claim the Kia Recall Fire
If you own a Kia, you could be wondering what the recent Kia recall means for you. But you don't have to navigate the process alone. DoNotPay can help you check Kia recall fire, claim repairs, refunds, or replacements and schedule car dealership appointments to fix your recalled car.
DoNotPay is an automated, easy, and convenient way to check for Kia fire recalls and ensure you get the compensation you deserve. It also helps people check other recalls, including the current peloton, hot pocket, Tyson chicken, sunscreen, metformin, and Philips CPAP. Under the United States Code for Motor Vehicle Safety and Consumer Product Safety Act, you're entitled to repair, refund, or replacement for recalled items.
What Happened With the Kia Recall?
The issue of engine fires has plagued Kia vehicles for years. In 2018, investigations were launched due to an unusual number of consumer complaints about melted wires, spontaneous fires, burning odors, and smoke. In 2019, the NHTSA launched investigations into the cars and later announced consent orders with the automaker related to recalls of the vehicles. Among those affected are people who bought or leased a 2011-2019 model year Kia Optima, 2011-2019 Kia Sportage, or 2012-2019 Kia Sorento with 2.0 or 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection engine.
How Do I Make a Claim for the Kia Recall Fire On My Own?
Kia has recalled over 440,000 cars because their engines can catch fire. If yours is among the recalled models, you may need to claim the recall. Here's how to go about it.
| File claim online | To file online, you'll need to provide details like contact, Class Vehicle, mileage, VIN, and the compensation you're claiming (as well as the amount you wish to receive). You'll also upload any supporting documentation to help prove your claim. |
| File by mail or email | Download a Claim Form copy and fill out the required parts to file by mail or email. Then attach the necessary documentation and mail or email a completed Claim Form to claims@kiaenginesettlement.com or Kia Claims Administrator c/o Epiq P.O. Box 3145 Portland, OR 97208‑3145. |
| File by phone | Call Kia customer support at 1-800-333-4542 and explain to the agent and follow the instructions they provide. |
Please take note of claim filing deadlines. There are different deadlines for reimbursements for past repairs, rental car/towing, inconvenience due to repair delays, loss of value for sold vehicles, and loss of vehicle by an engine fire.
You also need to provide supporting documents unless you paid cash for some Claim benefits. Here are examples of the required documents:
- Receipt from dealership
- A copy of the credit or debit card receipt
- Repair invoice or any documents that show type and date of repair
- Receipt from the third-party repair company
- Receipt showing purchased towing or rental car and date
- Receipt showing the amount paid
Do I Immediately Get a Recall If I Report My Kia?
Reporting your car doesn't guarantee a complete recall. It all depends on the amount of evidence you provide to prove the car's deficiency. As such, it is crucial to compile evidence to report your vehicle and request a recall. DoNotPay can help you create strong arguments to claim a refund, repair, and replacement.
The 4 Main Things DoNotPay Can help you With
- Check for product recalls based on your purchases
- Check for safety recalls on your car
- Claim repairs, refunds, or replacement for product recalls
- Schedule car dealership appointments to repair recalled vehicles
Use DoNotPay 's Product Recall Monitor to Check for Recalls
DoNotPay lets you check if any of your recent purchases have been recalled. All you have to do is:
- Register your email via DoNotPay's Product Recalls product.
- Send your receipts to recalls@donotpay.com.
- DoNotPay will check them against the latest list of recalled products and alert you if any of your purchases are recalled.
Use DoNotPay 's Car Recall Monitor to Check for Safety Recalls
DoNotPay can help you check whether your new or used car has been recalled. This way, you can avoid running into accidents or fatalities. To check for safety recalls:
- Fill out your vehicle details, like the model, make, and year.
- DoNotPay scans against the NHTSA database to check if your car is under any recalls.
- We'll send a report with all recalls, with details like NHTSA campaign number, recalled date, and required remediations.
How to Claim Refunds, Repairs, or Replacements for Recalled Products Using DoNotPay
All you have to do through our Product Recalls product is tell us about the product you purchased, whether it is a car or dog food, and provide receipts/other evidence, and we'll contact the company on your behalf. Whether you're looking for a refund, repair, or replacement for your product, DoNotPay can make sure that your request gets delivered to the right people.
How the Product Recall Claims product works:
- Tell us about your purchase, including the product name, brand, store you purchased the item from, price, and date of purchase. If you purchased the item online, enter your transaction details and payment method as well.

- Tell us how you found out about the recall.

- Choose whether you want a refund, repair, or replacement.

- Upload photographic evidence of your purchase and the product if you still have it.

- Choose whether you have the capacity to return the item or not.

We'll send your request to Kia in your stead and ask for a repair, replacement, or refund. Expect to hear back from Kia directly with confirmation and details on compensation or repair.
Use DoNotPay to Schedule Appointments to Repair Recalled Cars
You're eligible for free repair once your vehicle has been recalled. Our Car Recall Repair product can help you schedule a car dealership appointment for repairs. Just:
- Provide your vehicle details - model, make, year, etc.
- Specify recall details and the affected vehicle part.
- Specify your car dealership of choice or have us contact a local one for you.
- Provide an ideal date and time for your appointment.
- Enter your VIN.
We'll contact your dealership of choice to ask for an appointment and request a free repair.
Why Use DoNotPay for your Kia Fire Recall?
DoNotPay takes the stress out of the claims process. It is:
- Fast: No more spending hours trying to file a claim for Kia fire recall.
- Easy: All you need to do is provide some details, and we will take care of the rest.
- Successful: You can rest easy knowing you'll get the compensation you deserve.
DoNotPay Works Across All Companies With a Click of a Button
In addition to checking for fire recalls and requesting compensation, DoNotPay can also help solve a range of other recall problems, including Philips CPAP recalls, California Recalls, Neutrogena Sunscreen recall, recalls by VIN, etc. DoNotPay can also solve a host of other issues like:
If you wish to check Kia Fire Recall or any other recall, we can help. Sign up today to get started.