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2015 Kia Optima

What 2015 Kia Optima owners report most

Engine complaints dominate owner reports, with drivers describing abnormal noises that arise without warning while the vehicle is in motion. Electrical system and brake failures also appear, including fires originating inside the cabin and loss of vehicle control during braking. A smaller share of reports involves structural concerns, typically noted in the context of traffic incidents.

Most reported areas

Engine safety 62%
Owners report abnormal noises emanating from the engine that occur without warning while driving at low speeds. · 47 fire · 9 crash · 9 injured
Electrical System safety 13%
Owners report the vehicle catching fire while stationary, with smoke detected coming from the cabin near the steering column. · 24 fire · 4 crash · 5 injured
Service Brakes safety 9%
Owners report complete brake failure at highway speeds, resulting in loss of vehicle control and departure from the roadway. · 12 fire · 5 crash · 4 injured
Structure safety 8%
Owners report structural concerns arising during traffic incidents, typically noted while maneuvering between lanes at low city speeds. · 7 fire · 4 crash · 2 injured
Steering safety 7%
68 reports (7%) · 2 fire · 4 crash · 1 injured

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 995 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.