Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to...
2017-2019 · 3 model years
Kia Optima Phev Problems by year
Owners have filed 1 complaints about the Kia Optima Phev across 3 model years, and it has 2 recalls. The 2019 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1), while 2019 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the engine & cooling.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Optima Phev complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Optima Phev problems
Kia Optima Phev recalls 2
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.
Latest Optima Phev complaints
For several years my 'check hybrid engine' followed by turn off engine. The dealership can not figure out the cause. Twice in the last month the engine has automatically shut off when the "check hybrid engine' warning light displays. I nearly had an accident because the brakes are much weaker when the engine shut off. Kia dealership is unable to find the source of the problem and says the car is functioning normally and to continue to drive it.
Questions about the Kia Optima Phev
Which Kia Optima Phev years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2019 (1). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2019 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
Which Kia Optima Phev years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2019 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Optima Phev years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Kia Optima Phev problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (1), engine & cooling (1), acceleration & cruise control (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Kia Optima Phev have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Kia Optima Phev model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data