2001 Kia Optima service brakes, hydraulic problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 2001 Kia Optima — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The front frame and many components of my 2001 kia optima have completely rusted out. It currently has 50,000 miles on it and has had many problems since I purchased it. Check engine light is pretty much on every day. I was told it was something to do with the gas cap, although that never really…”
filed Sep 27, 2010
“Since purchasing my 2001 kia optima, I have had nothing but difficulty. I purchased an extended warranty at the dealership I purchased it from in case I needed repairs. I got my money's worth. But the problems I had are common problems with the vehicle, locks not working, windows not rolling up…”
filed Apr 6, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Optima years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Optima | 1 | 0% |
| 2016 Optima | 2 | 0% |
| 2015 Optima | 40 | 4% |
| 2014 Optima | 16 | 3% |
| 2013 Optima | 52 | 4% |
| 2012 Optima | 35 | 4% |
| 2011 Optima | 21 | 4% |
| 2009 Optima | 4 | 3% |
| 2008 Optima | 4 | 3% |
| 2007 Optima | 2 | 1% |
| 2005 Optima | 2 | 1% |
| 2004 Optima | 5 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Kia Optima
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.