2012 Kia Optima Hybrid vs 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Kia Optima Hybrid | 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 109 | 54 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 135 | 147 |
| Investigations | 7 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 36 | 37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 88,000 mi | 69,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Optima Hybrid | Kia Optima Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 72 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 20 |
| Power Train | 10 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 10 |
| Steering | 9 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 5 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 17 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2012 Kia Optima Hybrid
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.