Kia Optima PHEV problems, recalls & safety data
Complaints, recalls, technical service bulletins and federal investigations for every Kia Optima PHEV model year, from official NHTSA data.
0
NHTSA complaints
2
recall campaigns
52
service bulletins (TSBs)
3
defect investigations
Model years
Best & worst years →| Year | Complaints | Recalls | TSBs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Kia Optima PHEV | 8 | 2 | — |
| 2017 Kia Optima PHEV | 23 | 2 | 52 |
Common problems
- Kia Optima PHEV engine problems11
- Kia Optima PHEV electrical system problems8
- Kia Optima PHEV air bags problems2
- Kia Optima PHEV fuel/propulsion system problems2
- Kia Optima PHEV hybrid propulsion system problems2
- Kia Optima PHEV power train problems2
- Kia Optima PHEV latches/locks/linkages problems1
- Kia Optima PHEV seat belts problems1
Federal investigations
- Pedestrian alert soundsDP22005 · opened Jan 27, 2023 · closed Aug 7, 2023
- Loss of Motive PowerDP22003 · opened Sep 12, 2022 · closed Dec 12, 2023
- Engine FiresEA21003 · opened Dec 22, 2021 · closed Feb 5, 2024