10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 5
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
26,537 miles

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2015 Kia Optima Owner Comments (Page 3 of 6)

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problem #75

Aug 312022

Optima

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

1. The paint on my car has been pealing off. I can make myself available for the car to be inspected. 2. No 3. I have the problem on multiple vehicles of the same make and model 4. Yes 5. No This is problem that the manufacturer should be responsible for. It causes monetary damages to the owners. Upon resale of the vehicle they will be out thousands of dollars towards the value of the car.

- Clayton, MO, USA

problem #74

Apr 162022

Optima

  • miles
I purchased a 2015 Kia Optima SXL Turbo in Snow White Pearl color on Dec 11,2020. In Mid 2021 I started to notice little chip marks in different places throughout the exterior of the car. On April 16,2022 i was washing my car to prepare for vacation and as i was washing a large patch of paint flew off. I attempted to rinse the car to prevent further chipping only to my surprise more paint flew off in another area. The more rinsed the worse it became. i havent washed my car since june in fear that paint would just keep peeling,

- Lake Charles, LA, USA

problem #73

Aug 012021

Optima

  • miles
Clear coat or paint is peeling on the back passenger panel over the tire and on the trunk lid under the kia medallion.

- Salisbury , MD, USA

problem #72

Mar 132021

Optima

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Passenger side window would go down, but not up. Was unable to get an appointment with Dutchess Kia to bring vehicle in. Went to Knuckle Busters Tire & Auto in Highland, NY. I explained to them what was going on and Knuckle Busters stated that my car was the 5th Kia optima to come in with that same problem, which was replacing the motor or regulator and from some both. Per the mechanic Steve when he unscrewed the motor from the door it fell apart.

- Highland, NY, USA

problem #71

Jul 252022

Optima

  • miles
Kia cars lack an engine mobilizer or something and thieves are able to break in and bypass the cars alarm and break the steering column down and start the car with a simple usb and steal the car. Kia-??s are being targeted because of this issue and are being stolen. This is a major safety problem and should be fixed. It has been all over the news and police departments are warning Kia owners about it.

- South Bend, IN, USA

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problem #70

Jul 242022

Optima

  • miles
Heard noise, while driving, hitting car. Fin cover for antenna broke off. Pulled over and luckily found it. Looks like it broke loose at connecting screws. Thankful no one was behind me at time.

- Spruce Pine , NC, USA

problem #69

Jul 182016

Optima

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Paint is coming off vehicles has been since I purchased

- Tazewell, TN, USA

problem #68

Jul 012022

Optima 4-cyl

  • miles
I buy the car 2 week ago and star turn on light slow I just get afraid because I didn't know that the car need to go back to Kia for the recall and is a used car I will like to see how soon I can get to the dealer to get fix is the only thing that I have for work. And is give me some issues to with the gas cap

- Hollister, MO, USA

problem #67

Jun 272022

Optima

  • miles
not really sure my car just started making a clicking noise out of no where & powered off & now it wont detect key or wont start

- Walnut, CA, USA

problem #66

Jun 222022

Optima

  • miles
Rapid delamination of paint including severe chipping and paint bubbles. Car was inspected at an auto body shop who provided the final determination of this issue as well as provided clarity that this is a known Kia issue. Kia is refusing to handle this.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #65

Jun 152022

Optima

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

There was no accident. My paint keeps chipping. I-??ve never had a car chip paint like this one. I-??ve seen multiple other cars who have the same exact car in the color Snow White have this problem. Very frustrating.

- Harrisburg, NC, USA

problem #64

Apr 012022

Optima

  • miles
engine. unknown

- Pickerington, OH, USA

problem #63

May 282022

Optima

  • miles
Hello, I have a 2015 Kia Optima with Snow White Pearl paint. The paint has started to bubble and chip off. I understand that this paint color is an issue for cars in South Florida which have had the same issue. I have included pictures of the areas and also the vin with paint code.

- Wellington, FL, USA

problem #62

May 092022

Optima

  • miles
The motor in my vehicle failed. It put myself, passengers, and others traveling on the highway at risk because the car shut down immediately in the road. The problem was identified by an independent service center. The vehicle was inspected by police and state troopers. There weren-??t any warning lights prior to the failure.

- Uniontown, AL, USA

problem #61

Dec 122021

Optima

  • miles
I have a 2015 Kia Optima and the paint (Pearl White) is starting to peel of. It started on the front left of the windshield last December (2021) There is now the back right of the vehicle, the top of the trunk and the hood. After research on line, it looks like it is common on this paint type on the Kia models. I am seeking out some help to resolve this problem for everyone. I talked to my car dealer about the problem and told me that the warranty for the paint stops at 36000 miles. My car has 96021 and is not covered anymore, even if it is a defect. My car is starting to rust, no recourse from the dealer, need some support from the NHTSA department to resolve this problem that is not isolated to my vehicle only but many more. Sincerely,

- Orlando, FL, USA

problem #60

Feb 182022

Optima

  • miles
2015 KIA Optima EX with snow white pearl paint delamination on the trunk and roof similar to several other reports on the KIA forum website.

- Portland, OR, USA

problem #59

Mar 032022

Optima 4-cyl

  • 97,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH the vehicle stalled. The vehicle lost power brake assist and power steering assist however, the vehicle was able to safely pull off the roadway. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a non-affiliated dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

- Williamsburg, NM, USA

problem #58

Jan 212022

Optima

  • miles
Window regulator failed. Broke while it was 4 degrees outside and middle of snow storm. Seen this is a common problem that should be recalled. As repairs will cost me $600 that i dont have. !!!

- Independence, MO, USA

problem #57

Jan 142022

Optima

  • miles
I have a 2015 Kia optima that started experiencing problems the week of January 26th. I contacted Kia Consumer Affairs and was advised to have my car towed to Van Guard Kia of Arlington TX since there were 2-3 recalls on the car that I was not aware of. I was told by Kia Consumer Affairs that if the problem with my car was related to a recall, that Kia would be responsible for the repair. I spoke with George (service manager at dealership) today and he informed me that my car would need a new motor and this is due to the recalls on the car. George also stated that I would be responsible for the cost of the repair. I contacted Kia Consumer Affairs again this morning and was told they would have to call dealership and get more information. I've never had any problems with my car besides regular maintenance. The problem with my car started within 1 week. I find it highly offensive for Kia to ask for me to pay for repairs for a issue with my car that I didn't cause. I owe less than $2,000 on my car and I have never been late on my payments. The cost of a new motor is $5800 plus tax. I shouldn't be responsible for any repairs that are due to a recall on the car.

- Grand Prairie, TX, USA

problem #56

Sep 012021

Optima

  • miles
Using more than normal oil amount

- Salem, MO, USA

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