2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
51
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
40
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID
The 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID has received a total of 51 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 40 technical service bulletins have been issued by Kia America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (16 complaints), Electrical System (9 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (4 complaints).
Recalls for the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID
51 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systempropulsion Systemtraction Batterymanagement Systemenergy Control Module Bmsbecm | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
While driving during colder weather the car will show HEV (hybrid system) warning and tell you to shut it off. I was in a construction zone with no where to pull over when the car died and lost all propulsion and brakes. This seems to be a common problem on KIA Optima hybrids from 2012-2015.
While driving during colder weather the car will show HEV (hybrid system) warning and tell you to shut it off. I was in a construction zone with no where to pull over when the car died and lost all propulsion and brakes. This seems to be a common problem on KIA Optima hybrids from 2012-2015.
While driving during colder weather the car will show HEV (hybrid system) warning and tell you to shut it off. I was in a construction zone with no where to pull over when the car died and lost all propulsion and brakes. This seems to be a common problem on KIA Optima hybrids from 2012-2015.
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with a battery management system (BMS) message displayed. The contact desperately depressed the brake pedal, but the pedal became firm, causing the contact to almost crash into another vehicle. The contact was able to pull into a parking lot, turned off and restarted the vehicle, but the BMS message and check engine warning was light illuminated. The dealer was contacted but the vehicle needed be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 84,000.
The contact owns 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the "Check Hybrid System - Turn Off Engine" message displayed on the instrument panel and the vehicle stalled. On two occasions, the vehicle shifted to LIMP Mode. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the engine was replaced twice. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 58,997.
Safety Rating for the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID
The 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID
Kia America, Inc. has issued 40 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PI2104_OWNR_401 — ENGINE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (PI2104) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on 2014-2016 MY Optima Hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.4-liter MPI engines to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage. The update...
SC269_OWNR_301 — FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (SC269) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace the high-voltage fuse in 2013-2016 MY Optima Hybrid vehicles.
PI2104YZ_TSB_R1 — ENGINE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: SUBSEQUENT REPAIR ACTION: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2104Y/Z) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service...
SC269_OWNR — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to ensure that the proper high-voltage fuse is installed on 2013-2016 MY Optima Hybrid vehicles manufactured from September 27, 2012 through July 22, 2015.
WTY029_DP — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
WARRANTY EXTENSION: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia America, Inc., is extending the Hybrid System Warranty coverage for the high-voltage battery safety plug fuse in 2013-2016 MY Optima Hybrid vehicles from 10 years / 100,000 miles to 15 years / 150,000...
WTY029_QA — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
WARRANTY EXTENSION: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the warranty extension (WTY029).
SC208_POC — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
SC208_POC: PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD
PI2104_DPSM — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage on 2014-2016...
TSB-GEN085 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded...
TSBCHA072 — STEERING
TSB: MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM (CS1604) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FLEXIBLE COUPLING IN THE MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING (MDPS) ON SOME 2011-2014 MY OPTIMA (QF/TF/TFH) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM AUGUST 12, 2010 TO DECEMBER 18, 2013. THE MDPS UNIT MAY EXPERIENCE NOISE...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the KIA OPTIMA HYBRID
- 2011 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — 47 complaints
- 2012 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — 151 complaints
- 2013 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — 80 complaints
- 2014 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID (current)
- 2015 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — 17 complaints
- 2016 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — 6 complaints
- 2017 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — 37 complaints
- 2018 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — 7 complaints
- 2019 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID — 0 complaints
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