Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction

OCV051119L

A: Check Forward Safety system

When Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is not working properly, the warning message will appear, and the ( ) and ( ) warning lights will illuminate on the cluster. Kia recommends visiting an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist disabled

OCV051130L

A: Forward safety system disabled. Radar blocked

OCV051120L

A: Forward safety system disabled. Camera obscured

When the front windscreen where the front view camera is located, front radar cover, bumper or sensor is covered with foreign material, such as snow or rain, it can reduce the detecting performance and temporarily limit or disable Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.

If this occurs the warning message, and the ( ) and ( ) warning lights will illuminate on the cluster.

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will operate normally when snow, rain or foreign material is removed.

If Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist does not operate normally after obstruction (snow, rain, or foreign material) is removed (including trailer, carrier, etc. from the rear bumper), have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends visiting an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.

WARNING
  • Even though the warning message or warning light does not appear on the cluster, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate.

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not properly operate in an area (e.g. open terrain), where any substance are not detected after turning ON the vehicle.

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist may not operate normally if the vehicle is turned off and restarted with the front radar cover, bumper or sensor covered.