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2015 Kia Optima repairs by problem area

Engine (10%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (50%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 10 repairs.
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2015 Kia Optima repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (89%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2015 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Kia Optima in Minnesota, United States
Jun 2015 - Mar 2018
Nov 2017

28000 mi

US $284
Tranny flush n fill for 30k mile maintenance. Install two new tires and 4 wheel alignment. 
Kia Optima in Manitoba, Canada
Jun 2015 - Jul 2018
Nov 2016

17920 mi
Tail light got water inside the housing 
Jul 2018

38750 mi
Driver side axle needed to be replaced. Bearing failing 
Kia Optima in Illinois, United States
May 2017 - Apr 2018
Jul 2017

43000 mi
Rear LED taillight had an element fail. Entire taillight assembly had to be replaced. Was covered under warranty. 

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2015 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan

192-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Kia Optima in Washington, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

50000 mi
Voice control no longer works when phone is paired via Bluetooth after system update. 
Kia Optima in New Brunswick, Canada
Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Jul 2015

7940 mi
Trim on drivers door was loose 
May 2018

43400 mi
short in light under door on passengers side. created smoke and shorted out the interior lights. repaired under warranty 
Kia Optima in Florida, United States
Jun 2015 - Nov 2017
May 2016

7000 mi
Keyless entry computer chip needed to be replaced 
Nov 2017

15000 mi
Keyless entry not working 

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2015 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan

159-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Kia Optima in Florida, United States
Aug 2016 - Feb 2022
Feb 2022

59000 mi
Everything was fine on this well maintained car, out of no where the 2.4 Engine (Hybrid model started with a loud rod knock. Dealer dx Rod Bearing issues and has ordered a new engine 

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2015 Kia Optima Repair Histories

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