Worst 2014 Kia Optima Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
ENGINE
STEERING
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Kia Optima.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | 272 | 7 | 27 | 83,523 mi | |
| STEERING | 91 | 1 | — | 51,253 mi | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 87 | 3 | 6 | 69,180 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 56 | 1 | 6 | 72,460 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 48 | 1 | 3 | 76,819 mi | |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 38 | 3 | 7 | 73,088 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 25 | 6 | 2 | 85,069 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 20 | 3 | 1 | 59,410 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN | 19 | 2 | 1 | 81,578 mi | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 18 | — | 1 | 60,488 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 16 | 2 | 2 | 109,553 mi | |
| AIR BAGS | 15 | 5 | — | 71,894 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 11 | 1 | — | 136,578 mi | |
| SUSPENSION | 10 | — | — | 15,138 mi | |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 6 | — | — | 72,409 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 6 | — | 1 | 86,458 mi | |
| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 6 | — | — | 26,624 mi | |
| SEATS | 5 | — | — | 37,975 mi | |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 5 | — | — | 5,318 mi | |
| WHEELS | 3 | — | — | 54,950 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SUMP/TANK:DRAIN PLUG | 1 | — | — | 101,000 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | 49,000 mi | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 1 | — | — | 64,000 mi | |
| HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | 62,348 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 | — | — | — | |
| STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | — | |
| TIRES | 1 | — | — | 107,666 mi | |
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | 64,000 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL | 1 | — | — | 97,000 mi |
Recalls for 2014 Kia Optima
14 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~7,151,540 vehicles.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 20V-100. The low pressure fuel hose may be damaged, or missing heat-protective tape, which can result in a fuel leak.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 20V-100. The low pressure fuel hose may be damaged, or missing heat-protective tape, which can result in a fuel leak.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
+ 4 more recalls
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