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Kia Optima repairs by problem area
Engine (24%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)
Other (7%)
Chart based on 577 repairs.
Kia Optima other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (8%)
< $100 (83%)
Chart based on 36 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2019 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
154-horsepower 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 6000 mi | Seatbelt doesn't retract |
2017 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 245hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 7000 mi US $32 |
Don't recall |
2016 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 245hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 8000 mi | The two front tires were replaced under an optional body/tire/wheel protection plan purchased through the dealer at the time the car was purchased. The total repair cost was over $500, which was fully covered under the protection plan. |
2014 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
192-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 9100 mi | Passenger window came of track |
2013 Kia Optima
Engine not specified
| 29100 mi US $1150 |
Radiator assembly replaced, core support replaced |
2013 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 7000 mi | One headlight beam misaligned; corrected under warranty at first oil change. |
| 16000 mi | Headlights misaligned again; positioned too high on previous visit. |
| 19000 mi | Headlights improperly aligned at last visit; 90% fixed, still not perfect |
2013 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 123000 mi US $500 |
Driver side mirror fell apart. Had to replace entire mirror, not covered by warranty |
| 4000 mi | Replaced windshield due to stress crack. |
| 88040 mi C $500 |
Unit of measure on Climate control system changed from metric to imperial and I could not reset myself so I asked the dealer to do it...they could not fix, nor supply a suggestion to do so... |
| 89900 mi C $465 |
Wipers started being extremely slow while travelling in USA. Got it inspected and the motor was still fine, but the linkage was not; it needed replacing. Dealer did not have one in stock, but lubricated the mechanism, and when I came back, the replacement was done quickly in 45 minutes. |
2013 Kia Optima 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 6000 mi | Replaced trunk lock. |
2012 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 32860 mi | Windshield cracked by front heating element. Windshield ordered in August, replaced by dealer under warranty Driver's seat motorized track noisy. Seat track adjusted unsuccessfully by dealer back in May, then replaced after parts arrived by dealer under warranty. |
2012 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 70795 mi | Tech accidentally sprayed anticorrosion spray on the wheels. Dealer removed wheels and cleaned them. |
| 9000 mi | Vehicle sporadically running rough, feels like you are going down a rough road. dealer could not duplicate, I will drop it back off when I have more time to be without the vehicle. |
2011 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 61000 mi | Driver power seat will not incline the seatback. The power module for the incline motor failed. |
| 35000 mi | Repaired by KIA Dealership...HOW..placed metal washer (as spacer) to behind door button to re-align. Thus when door is closed the headlights now turn off and the battery does not get drained. |
2011 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
2009 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 23300 mi US $125 |
Trunk latch had become out of adjustment. This resulted in a constant battery drain as a signal light showing trunk light was remaining on. Dealer adjusted latch so trunk lid would properly close |
| 396 mi | seat latch was loose. |
2007 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 17000 mi | Key would not turn in ignition. Called Kia roadside. They towed the vehicle to the dealership for no cost. The mechanic put some antifreeze in the ignition, and the problem has not recurred. I didn't pay any part of it, and it was fixed quick. Very happy! |
| 67300 mi US $45 |
Driver's side sun visor would not stay up. Ordered a new one on line and replaced the bad one. |
| mirror replacement - unknown reason for failure - Kia dealership replaced via warranty repair |
2006.5 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 59800 mi | Replaced Sun visors under warranty |
2006.5 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 103000 mi US $22 |
Replaced windshield wipers. |
| 154000 mi US $16 |
Windshield washer fluid level sensor replaced. |
| 154500 mi US $117 |
Replace front tires. |
| 158000 mi US $52 |
Tire replacement/rotation |
| 163000 mi US $46 |
Replace engine splash shield. |
| 172000 mi US $40 |
Replace trunk lid struts |
| 3000 mi | Replacement of malformed (warped) plastic instrument panel gauge trim cover. Purely cosmetic. Replacement part has been received at dealership, will be installed on 7/6. |
| 3800 mi | Replacement of malformed (warped) plastic instrument panel gauge trim cover. Purely cosmetic. Replacement part has been received at dealership, will be installed on 7/6. |
| 8000 mi | Chrome-painted trim around cruise control switches on steering wheel began losing its paint (purely cosmetic) -- replacement switch assembly ordered and successfully installed within a week. Install new cruise switch assembly. |
| 3000 mi | Extremely poor gas consumption.As low as 12.2 MPG.Measured by dividing miles by gallons. |
2006.5 Kia Optima 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 5000 mi | Rough idle at startup, then engine dies after short period. |
2004 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 268000 mi US $68 |
Drivers door latch failed closed. Safety issue as the driver's door would not open from the inside or out. Ordered replacement latch (dealer only part) and fixed. Took about 3 days for the part to arrive. |
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