Kia OPTIMA HYBRID — All Years
Reliability and problems by year based on NHTSA complaint data.
Best Years to Buy
Years to Avoid
| Year | Complaints | Top Issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 7 | I brought the vehicle into Kia service for the rec... | Excellent Reliability |
| 2017 | 38 | THE VEHICLE IS GETTING STUCK ON ELECTRIC MODE AND ... | Above Average |
| 2016 | 6 | TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID. WHI... | Excellent Reliability |
| 2015 | 17 | TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA OPTIMA. WHILE DRIV... | Excellent Reliability |
| 2014 | 51 | WHILE TRYING TO PARK THE CAR IN THE PARKING LOT ST... | Average |
| 2013 | 80 | TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID. THE... | Average |
| 2012 | 151 | THIS CAR SEVERELY HESITATES/STALLS AFTER COMING TO... | Below Average |
| 2011 | 47 | WHEN APPLYING GAS PEDAL TO PULL AWAY FROM A DEAD S... | Above Average |