2017 Kia Optima vs 2017 Lincoln Continental
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Kia Optima | 2017 Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 255 | 75 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 179 | 195 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–42 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 61,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Optima | Lincoln Continental |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 164 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 14 |
| Structure | 5 | 20 |
| Power Train | 21 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 15 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | 0 |
| Steering | 11 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 43 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 39 | 0 |
| Stalling | 26 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 17 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 7 | 0 |
2017 Kia Optima
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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.