2014 Kia Optima
NHTSA has received 801 complaints about the 2014 Kia Optima, and 37% of them involve engine. Next are steering (12%) and electrical system (7%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 801 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Engine 38% of complaints
- Recalls
- 7
- Fuel economy
- 24 to 26 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 5 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
NHTSA has received 801 complaints about the 2014 Kia Optima, and 37% of them involve engine. Next are steering (12%) and electrical system (7%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2014 Kia Optima
Recalls
The 2014 Kia Optima is affected by 7 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2014 Kia Optima. Combined fuel economy ranges from 24 to 26 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 23 city / 33 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2014 Kia Optima earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.