2018 Kia Optima electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 33 complaints for the 2018 Kia Optima, 10% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 33 10% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 2 fires.
What owners wrote
Was driving on the interstate. The only light on was the ABS light and the car started smoking. Had to come to a stop as they were sparks coming from out under the car through it into park at around 15 mph steel jumped out of the car and within a minute the car was fully engulfed in flames.
The contact owns a 2018 Kia Optima. The contact stated that the vehicle was sputtering while being started. The contact stated that the vehicle also sputtered while driving at various speeds, and while reversing. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that oil was getting onto the spark plugs and ignition coils. The spark plugs and ignition coils were replaced; however, the failure persisted.
Other problems reported for the 2018 Kia Optima
- Engine 146 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 19 complaints
- Brakes 17 complaints