Kia Optima loss of power reports by year
344 NHTSA complaints describe sudden power loss, reduced power or limp mode on Kia Optima vehicles. The most reported year is 2015 with 60 reports.
| Year | Reports | Share of narratives | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Optima | 23 | 16% | |
| 2019 Optima | 14 | 7% | |
| 2018 Optima | 14 | 6% | |
| 2017 Optima | 25 | 10% | |
| 2016 Optima | 51 | 7% | |
| 2015 Optima | 60 | 6% | |
| 2014 Optima | 29 | 5% | |
| 2013 Optima | 54 | 4% | |
| 2012 Optima | 49 | 5% | |
| 2011 Optima | 25 | 4% |
Counts come from keyword analysis of complaint narratives — one complaint can describe several symptoms, and classification is approximate. Raw counts favor years that sold in larger numbers.