2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV
The 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by Kia America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (1 complaint), Service Brakes (1 complaint), and Vehicle Speed Control (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
For several years my 'check hybrid engine' followed by turn off engine. The dealership can not figure out the cause. Twice in the last month the engine has automatically shut off when the "check hybrid engine' warning light displays. I nearly had an accident because the brakes are much weaker when the engine shut off. Kia dealership is unable to find the source of the problem and says the car is functioning normally and to continue to drive it.
For several years my 'check hybrid engine' followed by turn off engine. The dealership can not figure out the cause. Twice in the last month the engine has automatically shut off when the "check hybrid engine' warning light displays. I nearly had an accident because the brakes are much weaker when the engine shut off. Kia dealership is unable to find the source of the problem and says the car is functioning normally and to continue to drive it.
For several years my 'check hybrid engine' followed by turn off engine. The dealership can not figure out the cause. Twice in the last month the engine has automatically shut off when the "check hybrid engine' warning light displays. I nearly had an accident because the brakes are much weaker when the engine shut off. Kia dealership is unable to find the source of the problem and says the car is functioning normally and to continue to drive it.
Safety Rating for the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV
Kia America, Inc. has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PI2108_OWNR_401 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (PI2108) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to perform a software update on 2019-2020 MY Kia Optima HEV & PHEV vehicles to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage. The update will be...
PI2108_QA — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Product Improvement Campaign (PI2108).
TSB_ELE209_R1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - 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 the procedure to turn OFF the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the KIA OPTIMA PHEV
- 2016 KIA OPTIMA PHEV — 0 complaints
- 2017 KIA OPTIMA PHEV — 37 complaints
- 2018 KIA OPTIMA PHEV — 12 complaints
- 2019 KIA OPTIMA PHEV (current)
- 2020 KIA OPTIMA PHEV — 1 complaint
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