Kia Optima
Kia Optima problems and recalls
5,765 owner complaints and 40 recall notices across 9 model years. The 2013 has the most complaints (1,438).
Choose a model year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes reported | Best crash rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Optima | 0 | 148 | 6 | |
| 2019 Optima | 1 | 209 | 20 | |
| 2018 Optima | 3 | 243 | 10 | |
| 2017 Optima | 4 | 304 | 6 | |
| 2016 Optima | 5 | 759 | 27 | |
| 2015 Optima | 4 | 1,020 | 31 | |
| 2014 Optima | 7 | 616 | 25 | |
| 2013 Optima | 10 | 1,438 | 49 | |
| 2012 Optima | 6 | 1,028 | 30 |
What Optima owners complain about most
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls and NCAP ratings. Complaints are owner-submitted and not verified by NHTSA.