2020 Kia Optima problems by component
145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 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 → | 98 | 68% | — |
| Power Train → | 26 | 18% | — |
| Electrical System → | 13 | 9% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 11 | 8% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 6% | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 5% | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 5% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 4% | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 3% | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 3% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1% | — |
| Steering | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | — |
| Other/i AM Not Sure | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.