AI DamageKIA Optima Phev: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the KIA Optima Phev across 5 model years: 0 owner complaints and 61 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 79 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Visibility. Wipers, mirrors, defrosters, cracked glass.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
- PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN
- PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
- PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
- This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity…
- PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
- SUBSEQUENT REPAIR ACTION
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.