Kia Optima PHEV years to avoid
No model year of the Kia Optima PHEV stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Kia Optima PHEV years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Kia Optima PHEV complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Kia Optima PHEV problems
All model years combined.
- Engine16
- Electrical11
- Fuel system4
- Transmission3
- Brakes3
- Steering2
- Airbags2
- Acceleration2
- Visibility1
- Seat belts1
- Locks1
Kia Optima PHEV problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 1 | 0 | 0 | |||
| 2019 | - | 1 | Acceleration | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2018 | - | 8 | Engine | 19,000 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2017 | - | 23 | Engine | 64,000 | 2 | 1 |
Recalls 2
Questions about the Kia Optima PHEV
What years of the Kia Optima PHEV should you avoid?
No single model year of the Kia Optima PHEV has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Kia Optima PHEV?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Kia Optima PHEV?
Engine, with 16 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (11) and fuel system (4).
How many recalls does the Kia Optima PHEV have?
2 recalls between 2017 and 2020. The 2018 model year has the most, with 2.
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