2013 Kia Optima Hybrid engine problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid — 24% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I googled and a recall # SC200TE showed it was uncompleted. I called Holly Kia in Felton, Delaware, and they informed me my title is "branded" and therefore not covered under recalls. Then i google the recall again and now its gone.”
filed Aug 26, 2026
“The contact owns a 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS and engine warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the failure was not related to the repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes…”
filed Oct 31, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- An engine compartment fire can occur while drivingCampaign 20V750000 · Dec 2, 2020
Related service bulletins
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2002Y/Z) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this…
PI2002YZ_TSB_R3 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 7, 2024
Engine problems in other Optima Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Optima Hybrid | 16 | 62% |
| 2014 Optima Hybrid | 16 | 52% |
| 2012 Optima Hybrid | 72 | 66% |
| 2011 Optima Hybrid | 19 | 56% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.