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2006 Kia Optima

NHTSA has received 214 complaints about the 2006 Kia Optima, and 21% of them involve air bags. Next are latches & locks (13%) and electrical system (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
214 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 22% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
21 to 23 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

NHTSA has received 214 complaints about the 2006 Kia Optima, and 21% of them involve air bags. Next are latches & locks (13%) and electrical system (11%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2006 Kia Optima

Recalls

The 2006 Kia Optima is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 Kia Optima

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2006 Kia Optima. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 23 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 27 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Optima