Kia Optima 2001-2013
Model Optima made by Kia got 12 consumer complains as well as 15 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags and electrical system. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and equipment.
Car model
| Name | Number of models | Recalls | Bulletins | Investigations | Consumer Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Optima 2001 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 2 | 319 |
| Kia Optima 2002 | 4 | 3 | 18 | 0 | 174 |
| Kia Optima 2003 | 4 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 233 |
| Kia Optima 2004 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 418 |
| Kia Optima 2005 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 291 |
| Kia Optima 2006 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 3 | 279 |
| Kia Optima 2007 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 194 |
| Kia Optima 2008 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 178 |
| Kia Optima 2009 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 110 |
| Kia Optima 2010 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Kia Optima 2011 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 262 |
| Kia Optima 2012 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 278 |
| Kia Optima 2013 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 59 |
Model 9999
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER | |||||
| 018 | 06/01/2001 | 622200 | Changes to optima security system. *tt | 10/16/2001 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| 54 | 01/01/2002 | 637371 | Subject regarding diagnostic trouble codes stored without malfunction indicator lamp and / or overdrive light on. *tt | 11/25/2002 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||||
| 54 | 01/01/2002 | 637366 | Subject regarding the elimination of the audio activation code for all models | 11/25/2002 | |
| EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - CARRIER/RACK | |||||
| 42 | 05/21/2001 | 625231 | Information regarding spare tire hold down being loose . *et | 11/19/2001 | |
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| 008 | 10/01/2002 | 10000189 | Malfunction indicator light (mil) illuminates with a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) of p0139 indicating rear oxygen sensor rationality malfunction on 2001 and 2002 models. *tt | 02/14/2003 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 009 | 06/01/2002 | 633733 | Shift flare or hunting at the 2-3 shift when transmission is cold. *tt | 09/24/2002 | |
| 42 | 05/21/2001 | 625236 | Automatic transmission fluid filter . *et | 11/19/2001 | |
| 42 | 05/21/2001 | 625228 | Information regarding automatic transmission drive plate installation direction. *et | 11/19/2001 | |
| 43 | 01/01/2001 | 622217 | Subject regarding optima automatic transmission fluid filter deletion update. *tt | 10/16/2001 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM | |||||
| 009 | 05/01/2002 | 633734 | A change in the rear drum brakes to reduce operational noise. *tt | 09/24/2002 | |
| STEERING - COLUMN LOCKING - ANTI-THEFT DEVICE | |||||
| 42 | 05/21/2001 | 625235 | Information regarding security system improvements. *et | 11/19/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 43 | 01/01/2001 | 622216 | Some vehicles built before 03/08/01 may exhibit water intrusion as evidenced by pooling of water at the rear foot well(s), or dampness at the rear seat(s) and c-pillar trim(s). *tt | 10/16/2001 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| 021 | 10/01/2001 | 625905 | Subject regarding front door glass run. *et | 12/11/2001 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 42 | 05/21/2001 | 625225 | Information regarding parking brake & cup holder lid interference. *et | 11/19/2001 | |
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | |||||
| 43 | 01/01/2001 | 622218 | Subject regarding front door glass run changes. *tt | 10/16/2001 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Regarding to the recall notice received on air bag (01v-156). consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for repair. the dealer promised in no more than six hours but eight hours later consumer called and it was not ready. *yh | |||
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 1 | ||
| Kia optima. consumer writes in regards to problem with obtaining vehicle recall repairs *tgw the consumer stated after she took the vehicle to the dealer for a recalled air bag issue, the light remained on. the dealer informed the consumer she would have to pay $103 to get a diagnosis to determine the exact cause of why the air bag light was still on. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 1 | |||
| The brakes make noise while driving, the vehicle has been taken to the dealer but the problem exists, electrical problems. nlm *ts | |||
| 1 | |||
| The vehicle is experiencing several electrical problems, the clock began fading out, the dome light comes on but does not go back out, the rear window does not go up immediately when the button is pushed, the drivers window does not go up all the way, the drivers side door lock cannot be unlocked from the inside but the consumer had to use the key or door lock button on the other side of the vehicle. nlm | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 12/14/2002 | 1300 | 2 | 12/07/2002 |
| While driving, the engine light had come on and the vehicle shut down. the dealer suggested that the manufacture spark plugs didn't work on this type of vehicle. (model year 2002) ts scc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 12/14/2002 | 1300 | 2 | 12/07/2002 |
| While driving, the engine light had come on and the vehicle shut down. the dealer suggested that the manufacture spark plugs didn't work on this type of vehicle. (model year 2002) ts scc | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 5000 | 1 | ||
| The passenger seat belt continued to tighten, when a move was made, the belt did not release unless it was done manually. (2002 kia optima)*jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 1 | |||
| The brakes make noise while driving, the vehicle has been taken to the dealer but the problem exists, electrical problems. nlm *ts | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GA | SMYRNA | 30080 | ED VOYLES KIA | |
| UT | SALT LAKE CITY | 84119 | JERRY SEINER KIN OF SALT LAKE CITY | 801 952 5730 |