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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.
2015 Kia Optima repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (11%)
< $100 (89%)
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 Illinois, United States May 2017 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Jul 201743000 mi | Rear LED taillight had an element fail. Entire taillight assembly had to be replaced. Was covered under warranty. | ||
| Kia Optima in Minnesota, United States Jun 2015 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Nov 201728000 miUS $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 201617920 mi | Tail light got water inside the housing | ||
| Jul 201838750 mi | Driver side axle needed to be replaced. Bearing failing | ||
2015 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
192-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Jun 2015 - Nov 2017 | |||
| May 20167000 mi | Keyless entry computer chip needed to be replaced | ||
| Nov 201715000 mi | Keyless entry not working | ||
| Kia Optima in Washington, United States Mar 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 201750000 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 20157940 mi | Trim on drivers door was loose | ||
| May 201843400 mi | short in light under door on passengers side. created smoke and shorted out the interior lights. repaired under warranty | ||
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 202259000 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 | ||
2014 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in West Virginia, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Sep 201628000 mi | Drivers seat trim came off | ||
| Kia Optima in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2014 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Dec 201513000 mi | Moisture inrear taillights and LED failure. | ||
| Kia Optima in Maryland, United States Apr 2014 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Jul 201530000 miUS $45 | Pcv replaced after mechanic said it didn't look good. | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Mar 2016 - Aug 2018 | |||
| Jul 20162300 mi | The ventilated driver's seat did not work. The dealer had to order the part and it took 7 days for the part to arrive. The repair was under warranty and done completely | ||
| Dec 20166000 mi | Steering shaft. The steering shaft had a "catch" in it. Like a flat spot which caused the steering wheel to get stuck in one position and required a stronger than normal pressure to steer. | ||
| Aug 201821000 mi | Driver’s seat heater not working | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Nov 2014 - Feb 2020 | |||
| Dec 201751000 mi | Both outer rear taillights (lenses) needed replacement due to moisture entering and causing integrated LED failure. Oil leaking slightly at engine oil Pan seal. Pan removed, cleaned and new sealant applied. | ||
| Jul 201959500 mi | Short Block Engine replacement due knock diagnostics failure | ||
| Kia Optima in Virginia, United States Oct 2016 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Nov 201667000 miUS $250 | Bearings froze, required complete engine replacement under warranty. | ||
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States Dec 2013 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Feb 20142700 mi | New motor had to be installed. Issue with turbo engines w/mfg date sept 13 - dec 13. | ||
| Sep 201529000 mi | Replaced battery at only 18 months | ||
| Nov 201532000 mi | Water leaking into tail light on driver's side. Light was removed and double "plugs" installed. Unknown if issue resolved, must wait for all water to evaporate. Update: resolved. | ||
2014 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
192-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Pennsylvania, United States May 2014 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Sep 20141000 mi | solenoid in transmission went bad car didn't shift right. | ||
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Aug 20149100 mi | Passenger window came of track | ||
| Kia Optima in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2017 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Jul 201749600 mi | Electric seats stopped working - needed new part that took one week to arrive | ||
2014 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
159-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Minnesota, United States Jul 2014 - May 2016 | |||
| Jun 20157000 mi | Vehicle gets very poor mileage for a hybrid. Combined avg is just above 22 mpg. | ||
2013 Kia Optima
Engine not specified
| Kia Optima in Colorado, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Dec 201311000 mi | Electric cooling fan shorted out . | ||
2013 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in California, United States Jan 2013 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Sep 20137000 mi | One headlight beam misaligned; corrected under warranty at first oil change. | ||
| Mar 201416000 mi | Headlights misaligned again; positioned too high on previous visit. | ||
| Sep 201419000 mi | Headlights improperly aligned at last visit; 90% fixed, still not perfect | ||
| Dec 201526000 mi | Car wouldn't start in morning; AAA replaced battery and car is back to normal. | ||
| Kia Optima in Minnesota, United States Mar 2013 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Nov 20138000 mi | Kia has a fuse that is pulled as new car is shipped to totally take any load off of battery. This fuse became loose and vehicle would not start. Reseated fuse and all works perfectly. | ||
| Apr 201413500 mi | Continuing problems with vehicle periodically going dead (lights, dash etc)when trying to start. Dealer replaced driver door jamb plate as it was grounding. Problems continue same plus remote start periodically fails. Not resolved. | ||
| Jun 201416000 mi | Problems continue from April. Same exact indications. Has spent numerous days at dealer. Unresolved. | ||
| Jul 201416000 mi | Previously reported electrical problem went unresolved. Traded back to dealer for another Optima. | ||
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States Mar 2013 - Mar 2017 | |||
| May 201421500 mi | Drivers side mirror would not move L&R. The problem was observed on delivery when new but was intermittent. It was determined that the L&R motor in the mirror was defective from the start and will be replaced under warranty. | ||
| Jan 201518200 mi | The navigation stopped working, it did reset and begin to function normally again, but the dealer replaced it without question. One interior light had a short in the switch. Switch replaced under warranty. | ||
| Jul 201672800 mi | Drivers mirror motor will be hopefully repaired by replacing the wiring harness. Attempts have been previously made to make this repair. It has been intermittent in the past, but had failed to activate in all directions now. | ||
| Kia Optima in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2013 - Aug 2018 | |||
| Apr 20132000 mi | Window would not close Nav system freeze and abends | ||
| Kia Optima in Manitoba, Canada Jan 2014 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Oct 201625100 mi | Replaced inner tie rod | ||
| Feb 201939709 mi | Replaced throttle body | ||
| Sep 202048 miC $125 | Right outer tie rod replaced. Dlr noticed problem during oil change. repaired elsewhere $100.00 cheaper. | ||
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Aug 2013 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Oct 201435000 mi | Door Rubber Strip Wear | ||
| Kia Optima in North Carolina, United States Aug 2012 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Sep 20126000 mi | Short in electrical harness resulting in car shutting off while driving and unable to restart. Corporate flew in to diagnose and a new harness was installed. | ||
| Kia Optima in Texas, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Jul 201311000 mi | I was occasionally experiencing rough/clunky shifts a few days before, and just prior to the check engine light coming on. Dropped it off at the dealer and was informed that they had to replace the trans oil temp sensor. | ||
| Kia Optima in Texas, United States May 2013 - Mar 2016 | |||
| May 201417300 mi | Backup camera inop | ||
| Feb 201533000 mi | Antenna replaced due to no signal on Sat, traffic, or radio. Ecu update. | ||
| Kia Optima in Oregon, United States Aug 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 201413000 mi | Plastic Valve cover had a small crack and was leaking oil over the engine. | ||
| Kia Optima in Virginia, United States Jul 2017 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Oct 201745000 miUS $1100 | Excessive vibration diagnosed as uneven rotor wear, rotors were unable to be machined flat | ||
| Kia Optima in Colorado, United States Apr 2017 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Oct 201770000 mi | The problem ended up being a fuse housing. | ||
| Kia Optima in Colorado, United States Jul 2012 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Nov 201316000 mi | Noticed transmission fluid leaking. Took the car in, and they ended up having to replace the entire transmission due to a misaligned bushing. | ||
| Kia Optima in Colorado, United States Jun 2012 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Dec 201325000 mi | AC blower motor replaced. Bearing making lots of noise when cold. Front passenger grab handle in roof wasn't attached to its mount. Handle with headliner would come down when pulling on the handle. | ||
| Kia Optima in Saskatchewan, Canada Oct 2012 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Jul 201310540 mi | Driver's airbag replaced due to dash light illuminating | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Feb 2015 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Mar 201526000 mi | Cylinder 2 spark plug tip burnt off causing a miss fire. | ||
2013 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Illinois, United States Jul 2012 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Sep 201416000 mi | Sunroof functions not working properly. Would open and close but not with "one touch" function. | ||
| Kia Optima in Tennessee, United States May 2013 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Jun 20131000 mi | Transmission went into limp mode. No codes set. Problem resolved by rebooting (restarting) car. Has not recurred after 1,300 driven. Happened at 216 miles. | ||
| Sep 20134000 mi | Replaced windshield due to stress crack. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Jul 2012 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Jul 201441200 miC $800 | Stuck springs | ||
| Feb 201552700 miC $990 | Rear brakes seized, all 4 repolished Fog light out, bulb ordered. Rear plate lights replaced Re-calibrated power stearing | ||
| Aug 201561760 miC $800 | Excessive brake pedal travel Computer needed updating | ||
| Feb 201788040 miC $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... | ||
| Mar 201789900 miC $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. | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Sep 2012 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Jul 20132000 mi | Cruise control,reset, trip buttons failed. | ||
| Kia Optima in Arkansas, United States Mar 2013 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Apr 201311500 miUS $37 | Plastic rivets in top of door panel rattling. Wind noise from top of drivers side door, and oil change. Both problems were not fixed because dealer couldn't duplicate. Very disappointed in Kia. | ||
| Jun 201315000 mi | Still dealing with rivets rattling and wind noise from driver door. Kia has offered a settlement to stop complaints very disappointed with Kia at this point. | ||
| Kia Optima in North Carolina, United States Aug 2012 - May 2020 | |||
| Aug 201684900 mi | Car would not recognize my key, you have to put the car in neutral and it would start. It was really warm and Humid in my area. Sometimes it would do it, sometimes it wouldn't do it. They couldn't find the problem. | ||
| Jul 201799000 miUS $500 | Starter was slipping and wouldn't start all the time Recall notice , the queen had to look at oil to see if engine was defective | ||
| Kia Optima in North Carolina, United States Jul 2012 - May 2014 | |||
| Feb 201423300 mi | Right Fog Light bezel (surround- black)peeling. Replaced by the dealer | ||
| Kia Optima in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2013 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Apr 20131000 mi | Had serious rattle issues when playing radio over half volume, issue NOT fixed. They cannot find the issue. Have an issue with the driver seat shifting when taking tight turns, once again could not find issue. The exterior trim piece over front right wheel was broken, probably in transit, and hanging on the wheel. The part was replaced, however the mechanic broke a large piece off of the front bumper. The bumper was replaced for free. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2015 | |||
| May 20137000 mi | replace a part that was defective in the A/C compressor | ||
| Kia Optima in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2013 - Oct 2020 | |||
| Sep 20132000 mi | Car wanders a little on highway. Checked alignment, dealer said fine. Found steering software on wrong setting. Changed it but I still think too much play, too little straight line stability at speed. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Sep 2014 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Sep 201653000 mi | Leaking timing chain gasket | ||
| Kia Optima in Connecticut, United States Jan 2013 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Sep 201312000 mi | Clogged A/C discharge hose | ||
| Kia Optima in North Carolina, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 201768000 mi | Excessive oil consumption. Dealer acknowledges but refused to do any investigation. Recommended oil change despite 2k since last change. | ||
| Kia Optima in Texas, United States Jan 2014 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Sep 201430000 mi | trip switch in steering wheel mount broke...They replaced trip switch assy | ||
| May 201542800 mi | carpet tore on driver side ..right at radius of tunnel and factory floor mat | ||
| Oct 201662700 mi | Ac quit. dealer said condenser bad. Serviced AC sys myself, could not find any leaks, still working fine. | ||
| Jan 201767200 mi | Satellite radio shows "acquiring signal" all the time | ||
| Apr 201773000 mi | Clicking in steering..a known issue with these cars..steering coupler replaced | ||
| Kia Optima in Colorado, United States Apr 2016 - Jun 2016 | |||
| May 201677000 miUS $200 | Engine is destroyed despite regular and proper maintenance beyond manufacturer's suggestions. Engine requires replacement but Kia has denied warranty. | ||
| Jun 201677000 mi | Extreme oil consumption | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Apr 2015 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Mar 201742780 miC $320 | replaced rear brake pads, rotors | ||
| Kia Optima in Maryland, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201637000 miUS $265 | no cool air blowing. needed freon | ||
| Sep 201748000 miUS $394 | replace rotors & pads | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States May 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Nov 2021123000 miUS $500 | Driver side mirror fell apart. Had to replace entire mirror, not covered by warranty | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Sep 2014 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Jun 201526000 mi | replaced compressor | ||
| Kia Optima in Indiana, United States Aug 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 201767000 miUS $275 | Replace intake manifold tuning valve control circuit | ||
| Kia Optima in North Carolina, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Apr 201871000 miUS $1500 | I need a new compressor. | ||
| May 201875000 miUS $1800 | New compressor & other parts were needed. | ||
| May 2021117000 mi | I have to add oil about once a month, they searched for a leak, but couldn't find one. | ||
| Kia Optima in Alabama, United States Jun 2017 - May 2019 | |||
| May 201978029 mi | Steering wheel had been shaking violently at highway speeds for about a week. Took it in for wheel balance at independent shop. On their recommendation we took it to the dealer for a steering column bushing. This was a know failure point and the dealer replaced it under extended warranty. Totally fixed the vibrations. | ||
2013 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
159-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2015 | |||
| May 201529100 miUS $1150 | Radiator assembly replaced, core support replaced | ||
| Kia Optima in Quebec, Canada Feb 2014 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Aug 20144960 mi | They adjusted the trunk and repaired the facing of the paint. They adjusted the trunk and repaired the facing of the paint. | ||
| Kia Optima in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2014 - Jul 2020 | |||
| Sep 20149000 mi | The brake pedal occasionally squawks when depressed, either when the car is moving or stopped. The dealer test drove the car themselves, and declared the noise to be 'normal' and related to activation of the regenerative brakes. | ||
| Jul 201756000 mi | Right front axle replaced under warranty - it had been clicking. Replaced a valve section connected to the brake pedal. The pedal produced a loud squawk sound when depressed in warm weather since new. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Apr 2013 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Aug 201675000 mi | Wheel bearing in front, drivers side needed to be replaced. Belt idler on air conditioner was going bad. | ||
| Oct 201679000 mi | After front bearing replacement, bigger problem with transmission was identified. Transmission was replaced. | ||
| Sep 2018122000 miUS $150 | Front, drive side axle making unusual noise. Was removed, rust cleaned on it and the front hub, and then reinstalled. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Nov 201629500 miUS $93 | Transmission not shifting properly, lag at acceleration Spoiler discoloring. Was told since it was out of warranty (by 3 months) would not be repaired. Repair completed after my attorney spoke to corporate. | ||
| Jun 201837000 miUS $10 | Weather stripping on sunroof loosened. I reattached. Second time this has happened. | ||
| Jan 202254000 miUS $250 | Replace battery that would drain on a cold night. Was told this was usual but after asking around found out not true so took car to a different shop. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada May 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Feb 201516120 mi | Backup camera died. Covered by warranty | ||
| Jun 201626660 mi | replaced right rear tie-rod end link under warranty. | ||
| Sep 201629140 mi | Kia door light on sill burnt out. Replacement part has to be ordered and replaced | ||
| Jun 201734720 mi | Slight knocking noise in drivers front side when turning or braking. They said it was strut bearing at first and replaced it. Came back with the problem again when a different tech said that the calipers needed to be cleaned and lube. The last guy was right. Took the car in and with 20 minutes had completed his work. Problem completely resolved under warranty. | ||
| May 201842160 miC $100 | Here an occasion ticking/clacking sound in the front end somewhere. Can't easily reproduce... Strut bearing was replaced under extended warranty, but sound is still there on occasion. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Jan 2014 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Sep 201699200 miC $800 | Replaced lower control arms including bearings on both sides of the front. | ||
| Jul 2018150040 miC $90 | Front and Rear Brake Pads only | ||
2013 Kia Optima 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Jun 20146000 mi | Replaced trunk lock. | ||
2012 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in North Carolina, United States Feb 2014 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Jul 201442700 mi | Parking brake light stays on after being disengaged. | ||
| Dec 201456000 mi | Parking brake light illuminated even though it's not engaged. They can't figure out why. All I was told is maybe they will replace the master cylinder... seems to me replacing the master cylinder is asinine. | ||
| Feb 201556300 mi | The lighted Kia door sill burnt out. Assembly replaced. | ||
| Jun 201558000 mi | Parking brake light illuminated even though it's not engaged. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Sep 2015 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Sep 201535000 mi | Engine replaced | ||
| Kia Optima in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2014 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Mar 201544000 miUS $88 | Driver bottom seat heater not functioning. Elements replaced | ||
| Kia Optima in Ohio, United States May 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 201794000 miUS $250 | Parking brake was dragging, parking shoes had corroded and had to replace the parking brake shoes | ||
| Kia Optima in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 2022155000 miUS $450 | Did not pass inspection because problem with suspension Left headlight stoped working | ||
| Kia Optima in Illinois, United States Sep 2013 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Dec 201760000 mi | Recall on the engine. Small part replaced. | ||
| Kia Optima in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2012 - May 2013 | |||
| Aug 20125859 mi | sunroof seal was pulled under sunroof when closing on hot days sunroof seal was pulled under sunroof on hot days. Original deal did not fix. Second dealer added adhesive to seal | ||
| Kia Optima in Ohio, United States Jan 2017 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Feb 201787000 mi | Front passenger break pad was gone, driver side was OK. Noted when car was purchased, but thought it would last a couple weeks. Failed on a road trip, replaced both rotors and pads and the passenger side caliper. | ||
| Oct 2017100000 miUS $6750 | Panoramic sunroof failed, exploded while driving with no external force. Reported to Kia, who rejected defect claim. Paid under insurance | ||
| Kia Optima in Ohio, United States Jun 2016 - Aug 2018 | |||
| Oct 201642500 mi | Transmission temperature sensor failed | ||
| Jun 201866000 miUS $6 | Steering coupler replaced | ||
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States May 2013 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Jun 201414000 mi | battery died with less than 15k miles and 23 months old... | ||
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States Dec 2011 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Mar 20123000 mi | Turbocharger waste gate actuator adjustment. No parts were replaced, only adjusted back to proper specs. The car was about a month old or so when the TSB was caught by the service tech. | ||
| Aug 20127700 mi | Emergency brake required adjustment, would not hold car on a hill. | ||
| Oct 201320300 mi | Front clip for stainless steel trim on driver's side rear door broken. Appears to have been 'rigged' at some point, potentially at the factory. Needs to have clip replace to hold trim tightly to car. | ||
| Nov 201321400 mi | Driver's rear door stainless trim replaced | ||
| Feb 201534400 mi | Driver's side front door weatherstrip deteriorated and came apart, causing a large amount of wind noise. Replaced by dealer at no charge. | ||
| Sep 201652000 mi | Back-up camera failed. Transmission position sensor switch failed, causing vehicle not start. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Aug 2012 - Aug 2015 | |||
| May 201425420 mi | Replaced exterior window trim under warranty due to rusting | ||
| Sep 201432860 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. | ||
| Dec 201437200 mi | Independent mechanic noted oil dripping around oil pan and undercarriage during oil change. Dealer said they did not notice oil leaking, but replaced oil pan gasket under warranty. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Apr 2013 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Jun 201322000 mi | sensor went bad causing shifting problem oil pan leak | ||
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Sep 2011 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Mar 201318000 mi | Turbo would not engage when temp was below 50F. Had to turn car off and on again to engage. | ||
| Kia Optima in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2011 - May 2015 | |||
| Dec 20129000 mi | Broken cover for screw in passenger interior door handle. | ||
| Jun 201314000 mi | Backup camera | ||
| Sep 201315000 mi | Car was driving sluggishly. | ||
| Oct 201315300 mi | Car was sluggish. There was some kind of adjustment needed to the waste gate for the turbo. Apparently it is a known issue as it is all over the forums and the service guy knew what the fix was before they got into the car. | ||
| Jan 201417500 mi | The driver-side seat heater is not working. | ||
| Kia Optima in Alabama, United States Oct 2011 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Nov 2011 | Subframe had mold lines not properly removed by supplier (not sanded down) - alignment pins extra mold line length rubbed on main frame from below, creating unpleasant noise and wear on the mainframe. Pins were clipped off as directed by kia | ||
| Feb 20124000 mi | UVO system not working with iPod | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Aug 2012 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Sep 20129300 mi | Heated seats didn't seem to be working. Dealer determined the switch was faulty and caused all four seats to not heat. Ordered part, will repair under warranty later in the month. iPhone will connect to Bluetooth but contact list won't sync. Was told it's a firmware issue with the navigation system, and cannot be fixed until the new firmware is released. | ||
| Oct 20129500 mi | Heated seat switch was replaced. Heated seats still not working, booked to find out actual cause. | ||
| Feb 201310540 mi | Finally solved heated seat - problem stemmed from the factory - wiring harness prong bent - caused a short circuit and the fault in the heated seats. Took 6 months to solve! | ||
| Jun 201314880 mi | Engine started missing at low RPM & low speed, & at highway speed. Took to dealer, determined two spark plugs had "melted themselves" - all 4 replaced. Read forums - a manufacturing fault from spark plug maker. Covered under warranty. Engine started missing at low RPM & low speed, & at highway speed. Took to dealer, determined two spark plugs had "melted themselves". Read forums - a manufacturing fault from spark plug maker. Covered under warranty. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Jul 2014 - Jul 2015 | |||
| May 201567400 mi | Waste gate readjusted again. Has been done every oil change and other services. Never stays adjusted. Pedal travels to about an inch from the floor. Kia replaced master cly. once never resolved issues. Kia still denies problem exists. | ||
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Jan 2014 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Apr 201430700 mi | Steering column | ||
| Kia Optima in Oklahoma, United States Feb 2014 - May 2014 | |||
| Feb 201418000 mi | Electronic Power Steering seems to "center" the steering too far to the left, requiring constant effort to keep the car moving straight. Adjusted EPS computer "center" setting back to former adjustment that I remembered from another dealer | ||
| Apr 201422000 mi | Paint on fog light surrounds (both sides) chipping and peeling as well as fuel door. Had the car for 15 months when I noticed peeling paint while washing the car. Had the car in to repair it twice. Provided rental car for the first trip only | ||
| May 201422000 mi | More peeling paint that popped up when I first began to consider trading. Constituted the final straw. | ||
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Dec 2013 - Jul 2015 | |||
| May 201424300 mi | Transmission heater sensor failed and was replaced under warranty | ||
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States Oct 2011 - Feb 2013 | |||
| Nov 201212200 mi | Back up camera needed to be replaced because of condensation build up inside the camera | ||
| Kia Optima in Wisconsin, United States Apr 2012 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Mar 201318000 mi | Headliner squeakes when hitting bumps in the road. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Mar 2013 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Apr 201313020 mi | Creaking noise in rear end of vehicle. Covered by service bulletin. | ||
| Kia Optima in Louisiana, United States Mar 2013 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Jun 201340000 miUS $5 | Backup camera wouldn't come on. Took apart camera and blasted with WD40, and greased the o-rings to keep water out. No issues since. | ||
| Jan 201450000 mi | Common wastegate issue on the forums. Adjusted wastegate actuator rod to match spec. No problems since. | ||
| Oct 201481800 miUS $1081 | Missing under acceleration. Bad high pressure fuel pump. | ||
| Feb 201591000 miUS $150 | Going into limp mode under hard acceleration. Bad EWGA( Electronic Waste Gate Actuator). Replaced. | ||
| Mar 201591000 miUS $150 | Would not cool. Made "breathing" noise. Manifold gauges showed small pressure differential. Replaced A/C expansion valve, vacuumed system, and recharged. | ||
2012 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Vermont, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Feb 201552200 mi | bad right front Ball Joint | ||
| May 201670000 mi | Left front wheel bearing | ||
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Nov 2011 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Mar 201313000 mi | Crack in trim ring on upper left on ctr. of wheel. | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Oct 2011 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Sep 201424000 mi | Transmission sensor | ||
| Kia Optima in Indiana, United States Mar 2012 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Aug 20124700 mi | Radio died | ||
| Oct 20127000 mi | Rear view camera stayed on while in drive, would not switch off unless car was restarted. | ||
| Aug 201318000 mi | Speaker in passenger door was distorted. Dealer replaced speaker Sunroof seal was cracked, and bent badge on back of vehicle lost a letter | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Jun 2012 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Jun 201318600 mi | Navigation system produced Windows Error message is driven over about 1.5 hours and required reboot to fix. Problem unknown, pulled computer and diagnosed, no resolution, will probably replace system. Was proved with a loaner for the day. | ||
| Jul 201319100 mi | System replaced this week with a totally new model (warrenty covered). Upgraded graphics, faster performance, better interface, knows speed limits, not the same model that's for sure. Perhaps the nav system from the 2014 model. | ||
| Aug 201447120 mi | High pressure fuel pump controller failed. Car went into limp mode when automatic transmission was in drive. Manual transmission mode worked. Part was back-ordered, but dealer provided a loaner SUV for the week. | ||
| Sep 201451460 mi | Rust on rear door window trim. Kia not honoring warranty, dealer attempting to obtain special permission to replace trim. | ||
| Nov 201452700 mi | Engine light came on and car wouldn't accelerate past 15kph. Throttle Assembly has failed and took three days to get a replacement. | ||
| Jun 201680600 mi | It's still rusting and KIA still refuses to repair it under warranty. They assessed $700 in damages for their rust when the lease was returned. | ||
| Kia Optima in Minnesota, United States Dec 2011 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Mar 201324000 mi | There was a small leak around the oil pan. Fixed under warranty | ||
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Sep 2011 - Nov 2015 | |||
| Aug 201435700 mi | A/C would make a moaning noise when under 30mph and coasting. A/C would periodically go "humid", then return to cold. The valve on the inside the compressor was replaced on the first visit, didn't fix it. | ||
| Sep 201437000 mi | A/C fixed on second attempt after waiting for a new compressor. They ordered a 2014 compressor since they've been having lock-up problems with the 11+12's. Once it was totally replaced, everything's ok. | ||
| Kia Optima in New Jersey, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 2018136000 mi | Engine timing gasket had a leak, timing belt was also replaced, steering column had to be replaced Air conditioning van selector motor has failed. The entire air conditioning system replacement was recommended for $3,600. No repair was done due to high cost | ||
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States Oct 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Aug 201546400 mi | Factory backup camera failed. Camera was replaced under warranty | ||
| Mar 201652000 miUS $129 | Vinegar smell in cabin attributed to bacterial growth in AC vent system. Service of AC vent cleared the issue. | ||
| Kia Optima in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2011 - Apr 2021 | |||
| Jan 20122000 mi | Weather Stripping around sunroof folded in. Glass removed and track re-aligned. Sanded weather stripping to prevent future issues. | ||
| Mar 20125000 mi | Weather Stripping around sunroof folded in. Dealer notes say the panoramic roof arm that holds the glass has shifted to the left. They compared this to a "frontline" vehicle & confirmed the issue. Tech Case opened with KIA. Weather Stripping around sunroof folded in. Tech Case authorized replacement of sunroof molding. | ||
| Apr 20126000 mi | Weather Stripping around sunroof folded in. Master Tech replaced molding and adjusted clips. | ||
| Jun 201326000 mi | XM receiver stopped getting a signal. It was continuously hunting for a signal – everywhere. Dealer replaced the radio unit but this did not resolve issue. Dealer ordered new antenna and installed it. Issue seems to have been resolved. | ||
| Sep 201545000 mi | Interior door handle on rear passenger door needed adjustment. Sunroof outer seal folding in again. | ||
| Dec 201545000 mi | Coolant leaking. Dealer could not replicate. TPMS light on. Tire pressure set correctly. | ||
| Jan 201638300 mi | Exterior door handle cap broke off. Dealer replaced with new cap. Radiator developed hairline crack and was replaced. | ||
| Jan 201749300 miUS $19 | Gas filler cap stopped making clicking sound. Dealer would not cover under warranty claiming wear and tear caused the issue. I purchased and installed a new gas filler gap. | ||
| Apr 201770795 mi | Condensation under backup camera lenses. Blurred video. Backup camera replaced under Goodwill warranty Recall to address corrosion issues. Dealer sprayed anticorrosion spray on certain parts under the vehicle. Tech accidentally sprayed anticorrosion spray on the wheels. Dealer removed wheels and cleaned them. | ||
| Jan 201885000 mi | Rust inside license plate light assembly. Dealer misunderstood problem and replaced license plate screws. | ||
| Feb 201887500 mi | I noticed the coolant level in the overflow reservoir was low but I was unable to determine the source. I took car to a mechanic who determined that the water pump is leaking through the weeping hole, provided a quote to replace water pump Took vehicle to dealer to look into leaking water pump, since water pump is under warranty until 100k. Dealer could not duplicate the issue. Follow-up on rust in license plate assembly, anti-corrosion coverage expired, but dealer took pictures and will check with district parts manager who can approve a repair under warranty. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Feb 2012 - Dec 2019 | |||
| Mar 201611000 miUS $180 | Rodent damage to fog light wiring and windshield washer tubing. | ||
| Mar 201713000 miUS $160 | Rodent damage to wiring. Wheel sensor and fog light. | ||
| Kia Optima in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2012 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Dec 201658000 mi | TSB for steering coupler. It was an attempt to repair/track down a clunk in the front suspension. It turns out the clunk was a brake pad shifting when going from forward to reverse. TSB for underbody corrosion cleanup and sealant application | ||
| Feb 201761000 miUS $20 | Steering wheel station/preset control would change to FM2, AM etc and mute randomly while changing stations. The switch module was replaced twice. The 1st replacement failed 2 days later. Door handle cap broke off allowing the door handle to slide out. I ordered a new door cap and installed it. One screw, very easy to do by removing black rubber grommet on the door. | ||
| Dec 202098000 miUS $25 | Car is using oil about 2qts between 5kmi oil changes. Dealer is performing oil consumption test. | ||
| Jun 2022104000 miUS $45 | AC would not turn on, just blowing air. Refrigerant was a little low. The system was evacuated dye addes and refilled, but while refilling the high side psi went high and would not take more refrigerant. There was a blockage. The compressor, evaporator, expansion valve were all replaced. Bad electrical socket for rear brake light. Replaced the right tailight harness | ||
| Kia Optima in Illinois, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 201618000 mi | Car has "wandered" at highway speeds, making it tedious to keep straight. There was a software update to the electronic steering. Drives much better now! | ||
| Aug 201724500 mi | right front wheel bearing and axle replaced (possibly from over-tightening when engine was replaced. | ||
| Nov 201726000 miUS $106 | Replaced battery | ||
| Kia Optima in Oklahoma, United States Sep 2012 - Apr 2015 | |||
| Sep 20129000 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. | ||
| Kia Optima in Quebec, Canada May 2013 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Aug 201324180 mi | Check engine on; error code read: P0087- fuel rail pressure too low; high pressure fuel pump was defective and was replaced.The car now runs alright again. The repair was effective and efficient. | ||
| Jan 201432240 mi | Trip odometers 1&2 resetting intermittently; digital gas gauge erratic readings occasionally; may be due to cold weather. Booked a service call; no problems determined; will probably book another service call if problems re-occur. | ||
| Jun 201556420 mi | Right tie rod replaced in May and the right tie rod was replaced in July. | ||
| Kia Optima in Virginia, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 201645000 mi | Steering compartment for which a recall was issued; dealer repaired for free. | ||
| Kia Optima in Louisiana, United States Jan 2013 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Oct 201433000 mi | Bluetooth software update...replaced backup camera | ||
| Feb 201764000 miUS $233 | Replaced windshield washer pump | ||
2012 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
166-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Jun 2012 - Apr 2019 | |||
| Jul 2012 | Engine check light was on because a contact was loose for the hybrid system. It worked ok, but needed to be found and corrected. | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States May 2013 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Jun 201313000 mi | Pulling to the left when light braking Still pulls to left when braking | ||
| Apr 201443700 mi | Car told me to pull over. Took it to dealer. They changed computer and transmission | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Mar 2012 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Dec 201326040 mi | Front plastic air deflector keeps falling off. At perfect height to scrape on curbs, and not held on very well. Only a matter of time before it comes loose. Reattached with some glue. | ||
| Kia Optima in Maryland, United States Nov 2012 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Jul 201644700 mi | dealer says camera part of radio and radio out of warranty. Raised to Kia mid July, 2016. Radio and camera parts replaced. No charge. | ||
| Kia Optima in New Jersey, United States May 2013 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Aug 201419000 mi | Replaced transmission due to jerky movements, stalling when braking to a full stop. Did not fix the problem. | ||
| Dec 201421000 mi | Car would jerk forward when coming to a stop under Engine Mode Only. No Jerking in Electric Only Mode. | ||
2011 Kia Optima
Engine not specified
| Kia Optima in Michigan, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Jan 2016US $3600 | Huge knocking from engine. Allegedly oil pump failed. Engine destroyed. Dealer paid 50% of cost (total was $7200) | ||
2011 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States May 2011 - Nov 2017 | |||
| Apr 201534200 mi | Had to replace battery | ||
| Jan 201641000 miUS $100 | Replaced Battery | ||
| Dec 201647000 mi | Reflash computer | ||
| Jun 201759000 miUS $38 | A/C not cooling all of the time. Not draining properly. Used A/C evaporator cleaner P/N UM090 | ||
| Nov 201764000 miUS $1165 | turbo controller failed | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Jun 2011 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Feb 201431000 mi | Transmission would slam into gear, and shift roughly when cold. Dealer replaced transmission oil temp sensor. Also updated computer ECU and changed brake switch which was a recall. | ||
| Dec 201665000 miUS $180 | Rubber coupler is steering worn out causing vehicle to have slack in steering wheel. Replace coupler under warranty, A/C not cooling when interior temp is above 105 degrees. Compressor does not engage for at least 5 minutes or until interior temperature drops below 100. Dealer attempted to reprogram A/C as system cools well under other conditions or once. | ||
| Feb 201769000 mi | Replaced worn out steering coupler bushing that caused clunk noise in steering wheel | ||
| Nov 2021128000 miUS $80 | Excessive oil consumption, 1 qt per 1,500 miles. Treated with ring cleaner | ||
| Feb 2022121000 miUS $150 | Excessive oil consumption, new engine needed Compressor capacity control valve failed | ||
| Kia Optima in Indiana, United States Jun 2013 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 201320900 mi | Intermitent issues with the car not starting,, a switch under the brake pedal was a recall and fixed the problem once replaced | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Jul 2011 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Nov 20115000 mi | replaced Nav screen | ||
| Apr 201329200 mi | Voltage adjustment | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Dec 2011 - Sep 2014 | |||
| May 20139500 mi | blown engine due to cracked spark plugs. porcelain insulation from spark plugs in bank 2 and 3 fell into engine | ||
| Kia Optima in Georgia, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2019 | |||
| Aug 201346300 mi | The turbo gate was replaced | ||
| Jan 201748200 mi | The steering coupler had worn out and caused the wheel to shake. The coupler was replaced. | ||
| Kia Optima in Texas, United States Feb 2011 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Jun 201224000 mi | Electric heated seat switch was bad. Rear passenger, driver side. Replaced under warranty. | ||
| Sep 201229000 mi | Dome light flicks on when turning a corner. Flicks on momentarily when just pushing on the drivers door. Please note this problem is caused by closing the door on the seatbelt buckle which just lines up with the door switch smashing it in. | ||
| Feb 201451100 mi | Sticky wastegate was causing the turbo to choke and the vehicle to lose power resulting in a sluggish speed that will not exceed 70mph. Let alone taking a long time to go from 0-60 mph. Engine light came on the next day. | ||
| Kia Optima in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Jan 20127000 mi | Performed TSB on key fobs | ||
| Kia Optima in Washington, United States May 2011 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Oct 201218000 mi | Sun glass holder seems to have misshapen due to excessive roof heat during Summer. Compartment was on floor when I entered vehicle after work one day. No broken parts, but kept falling back out after several attempts to reinstall it. | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 20116000 mi | Sunroof button only partly functional; requires holding it in instead of a quick push. No big deal. | ||
| Sep 201217000 mi | Sudden lack of power, no turbo boost at all. It "threw a code" and the car dealer's svce dpt knew what to do. Under warranty, so they provided a free rental car. I have no complaint. | ||
| Nov 201219700 mi | Warning light came on for brakes. Haven't taken it in yet. | ||
| Apr 201325000 mi | Slight oil leak at crankcase/oilpan junction; was fixed quickly under warranty. | ||
| Nov 201331700 mi | Brake fluid warning light continues to come on erratically. So does another warning light that refers to an instrument problem. This problem has shown itself periodically since the first 10 months but is only mildly annoying. | ||
| Mar 201436000 mi | Old issue: a warning light on dash which turned out to be a faulty fluid level sensor. The car's brakes always seemed fine, but my (good) dealer replaced the sensor AND the master cylinder, vac booster & pump, and gave me a loaner car. | ||
| Oct 201440000 mi | Paddle shifter on steering wheel: ceased functioning. Will shortly be repaired on warranty. | ||
| May 201548000 mi | Backup camera was slow to run; showed lines but no picture for up to 30 sec | ||
| Feb 201654000 mi | Left front wheel bearing getting noisy. Confirmed by mechanic to be such, but no time avail yet to do a repair, and the $345 estimate ($128 bearing; $194 labor) will induce me to shop around. | ||
| Mar 201656000 mi | Left frt wheel bearing was getting noisy over a period of weeks. Was replaced under warranty. | ||
| Feb 201764000 miUS $140 | Turbo waste gate went out of spec resulting in big loss of power; much less than a non-turbo motor. Top speed about 60mph. A known issue with a couple of TSBs, but not covered by warranty. Given that problem arose at 61k, I felt cheated. | ||
| Jun 201878000 mi | Right front wheel bearing was getting very noisy. Covered under warranty | ||
| Kia Optima in Connecticut, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Sep 201225000 mi | oil leaking - bad oil pan seal | ||
| Kia Optima in Utah, United States Sep 2014 - Jul 2021 | |||
| Dec 201438000 mi | Fuel leak from high pressure fuel pump | ||
| Aug 201549000 mi | Roof console fell apart. | ||
| Nov 201551000 mi | Engine lost power. Turbo wastegate was adjusted under warranty. | ||
| Jun 201879000 miUS $570 | Return line leaking. Replaced. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada May 2013 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Jun 201315500 mi | Nav locked up, replaced nav system. New nav worked until car was sold but dash rattled and could never be repaired. Fuel level sender failed replaced | ||
2011 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in California, United States Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Sep 201750000 mi | Oil leak from pan. | ||
| Kia Optima in Alberta, Canada Sep 2013 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Jan 201862000 miC $300 | Coil spring on front driver side snapped, required replacement. Could not find parts from any 3rd party source (this is in Canada), was forced to get replacement spring from dealership. | ||
| Kia Optima in North Carolina, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2013 | |||
| May 201212400 mi | loose fuse caused ac and tail lights to go out. | ||
| Kia Optima in Oregon, United States Mar 2011 - Nov 2017 | |||
| Nov 201210300 mi | Dealer replaced under warranty a switch attached to brake pedal that prevented car from starting if brake pedal was depressed. Could still start car by holding down button for 20 sec. Dealer states it is a common problem. | ||
| Jan 201412700 mi | Check engine light was on, dealer replaced faulty exhaust valve control solenoid. | ||
| Kia Optima in Alabama, United States Oct 2016 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Jun 201759317 miUS $76 | A left rear bulb marker and a new cabin air filter were replaced VERY SHORTLY, I'll bring back my KIA Optima LX for new rear brake pads and rotors | ||
| Kia Optima in California, United States Sep 2015 - Nov 2021 | |||
| Nov 202190000 miUS $25000 | Engine failed with significant oil loss (1 quart for 1000 miles). KIA did not own up to the issue. I got rid of the car. Kia is a $hit car with even $hittier dealer and customer service. I am done with KIA. Period. | ||
| Kia Optima in Minnesota, United States Feb 2011 - Apr 2013 | |||
| May 20113000 mi | Steering will intermittently pull to the left. Appears to be electric power steering related. Chassis alignment and reset of "chip" in power steering did not fix problem.....still exists. new attempt to fix original problem was not successful. update: at time car sold considered this fix satisfactory. | ||
| Kia Optima in North Carolina, United States Feb 2011 - Nov 2013 | |||
| Jul 201111700 mi | Bluetooth not functioning, head unit for sound; bluetooth, replaced | ||
| Jun 201346000 mi | Computer failed, was replaced | ||
| Kia Optima in Colorado, United States Mar 2011 - May 2014 | |||
| Sep 201217000 mi | Switch in brake to start engine failed. Replaced under warranty. Dealer told me how to get it started and drove to dealer for replacement. Great service. | ||
| Kia Optima in Colorado, United States Feb 2011 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Mar 201534000 miUS $30 | Key fob lost its code. | ||
| Kia Optima in Colorado, United States Feb 2011 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Dec 201116000 mi | Right rear rattle. Not suspension related but the dealership thought it was a shock part. They replaced it but failed to fix the rattle. I have yet to go back. | ||
| Feb 201220000 mi | Factory wheel (rim), clear coat started peeling. Wheel replaced under warranty. | ||
| Kia Optima in New York, United States Aug 2011 - Jun 2019 | |||
| Sep 20113000 mi | Heated/Cooled driver seat had stopped working previously. A switch and a module were replaced and BCM flash done during previous attempts. Since it's now intermittent (it's stopped working again at times), they say they cannot work on it. UPDATE: around 3,500 miles so far. Heated/Cooled driver seat worked (once), mostly not working. Dealer & KIA corporate have said they won't fix it if it isn't completely dead. So I wait until it dies permanently. Might never get fixed! | ||
| Mar 20125000 mi | I've had ongoing issue with the heated/cooled seat. They replaced the switch a second time. Now they are ordered a new "wiring harness". Still awaiting that to come in for them to install. | ||
| Apr 20125300 mi | They installed the wiring harness. The system works (it was working prior to installing the harness after they cleaned the contacts), so we'll keep an eye on it if it's finally a permanent solution. | ||
| Sep 201834000 mi | There was a TSB for steering wheel plastic bushing. Was replaced. | ||
| Kia Optima in Florida, United States Aug 2015 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Sep 201525000 mi | Hose on a/c unit was leaking Freon. Had to replace and charge system. | ||
| Kia Optima in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2012 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Sep 201223000 mi | Traction control light stayed on all the time, had to replace sensor | ||
| Kia Optima in Texas, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2012 | |||
| Apr 201217000 mi | Light sensor went out for auto-on headlight Radio display flicker brightly when accelerating at night with headlights on. Heated steering wheel top half stopped working | ||
| Kia Optima in New Jersey, United States Dec 2012 - May 2017 | |||
| Oct 201451700 mi | Left front wheel bearing noisy | ||
| Aug 201688600 miUS $150 | Right front Hub Bearing Noisy | ||
| Kia Optima in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2014 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Aug 201430900 mi | Check engine light came on, without loss of drivability. | ||
| Kia Optima in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2012 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Aug 201230500 mi | Brake switch replaced because it was affecting starting the vehicle keyless ignition. | ||
| Kia Optima in New Jersey, United States Aug 2011 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Apr 201333800 mi | Parking sensor for Push Button Ignition replaced. | ||
| Nov 201342300 mi | Driver side floor mat hook became disloged from the floor. | ||
| Jun 201889000 miUS $140 | Serpentine belt replaced due to wear. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ohio, United States May 2014 - Jun 2014 | |||
| May 201435000 mi | Dead battery because headlights would not automatically turn off after parking in garage. WHY..I got seat belt stuck in door after closing door the car body was bent misaligning the door button that turns off lights when door is shut. 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. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Sep 2013 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Feb 201539060 miC $400 | Brake service and transmission always fishing for gears | ||
| Kia Optima in Virginia, United States Sep 2011 - May 2016 | |||
| Feb 201327200 mi | Rear shock rattle | ||
| Kia Optima in Pennsylvania, United States May 2011 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Sep 20111000 mi | Faulty air bag sensor in passenger seat cushion. | ||
| Kia Optima in New Hampshire, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201665000 miUS $125 | Battery tested low--replaced with OEM battery | ||
| Aug 201672000 miUS $105 | Tie rod caused a failed yearly inspection--became loose at the knuckle due to an impact to road debris | ||
| Nov 201679200 mi | Driver power seat will not incline the seatback. Incline motor failure. | ||
| Dec 201680000 miUS $550 | Drivers Seatback would not incline. Incline motor failure. | ||
| Jan 201780800 mi | Driver power seat will not incline the seatback. The power module for the incline motor failed. | ||
| Apr 201785000 mi | Replaced Driver's side headlight with LED bulb | ||
| Jun 201792000 miUS $450 | Clockspring failed, resulting in loss of use of horn, cruise control, trip/reset button. Replaced by OEM clockspring | ||
| Dec 201799000 mi | Bluetooth System does not initiate; Voice recognition does not initiate Headlight diode had come off | ||
| Apr 2018103800 miUS $400 | Engine seized due to known manufacturing defect; replaced under warranty Starter replaced due to engine failure | ||
| May 2018105000 miUS $400 | Replaced all pads; Replaced rear rotors, Replaced Left Rear caliper | ||
2011 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Kia Optima in California, United States Nov 2011 - Sep 2015 |
2011 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
166-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Optima in Arizona, United States Aug 2017 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Sep 2017105961 miUS $43 | Had an extended unlimited mileage warranty put out by Kia for the steering wheel coupler needing replacement. Noticed that my car was making a clunking noise inside the steering column every time I drove on a rough road. The dealership replaced the coupler and the clunking completely disappeared. The service manager said that my coupler was slightly worn and that the new coupler is made of a better material that lasts longer. The 12v battery kept intermittently dying and had to be jumped frequently. The dealership told me that they tested my alternator and it checked fine but, my battery failed when tested. During the time frame that the 12v battery was dying and even after replacement, the car started having rough idling (almost sounded like it was going to stall) when ever I would stop, start off in reverse or in drive. The car would lose power going up small hills and would sound as if it was starving from air/fuel. I received a CEL for PO106 MAP Sensor code. I removed the map sensor and cleaned it good with a cloth that was sprayed with contact cleaner. There was minimal residue left on the rag from the sensor. After resetting the CEL and test driving the car, the rough idling/attempting to stall continued as described above. After further investigation, I noticed that the air intake hose prior to the MAP sensor/engine was slightly offset to the point that there was a gap on one portion of the intake hose. After loosening the clamp all the way and loosening the intake filter cover, I was able to re-align the intake hose and tighten everything down. I then reset my car and test drove it around my subdivision. The rough idle initially was there but, once my actual engine kicked on and a vacuum was established it seemed to return back to its normal self. I test drove it for a few miles and there was no rough idle at stops or the sound of wanting to stall. We did order a new Map Absolute Pressure Sensor overnight so if the problem comes back I will swap that piece out if needed. Will drive car tomorrow to see if the problem returns. | ||
| Kia Optima in Ontario, Canada Jul 2013 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Mar 201481840 mi | Rear stabilizers .. KIA dealer found it was a covered repair. | ||
| Jul 201490360 miC $520 | Front control arms require replacement ... Had been in the shop before for the report of this clunk/noise but dealer could not duplicate. Took mechanic out and noise heard .. requires replacement but still dealing with the dealer over repair | ||
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