2001 Kia Optima
NHTSA has received 231 complaints about the 2001 Kia Optima, and 16% of them involve body & structure. Next are air bags (13%) and suspension (13%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 231 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Body & structure 16% of complaints
- Recalls
- 3
- Fuel economy
- 19 to 21 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
NHTSA has received 231 complaints about the 2001 Kia Optima, and 16% of them involve body & structure. Next are air bags (13%) and suspension (13%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2001 Kia Optima
Recalls
The 2001 Kia Optima is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2001 Kia Optima. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 19 city / 26 highway.