2019 Kia Optima problems by component
204 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Kia Optima, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine → | 86 | 42% | 65,000 mi |
| Forward Collision Avoidance → | 36 | 18% | — |
| Electrical System → | 22 | 11% | — |
| Service Brakes → | 18 | 9% | — |
| Power Train → | 16 | 8% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 15 | 7% | — |
| Structure → | 14 | 7% | — |
| Air Bags → | 12 | 6% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 10 | 5% | — |
| Lane Departure | 7 | 3% | — |
| Steering | 6 | 3% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 1% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 1% | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 1% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 0% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 0% | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 0% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 0% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.