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2014 Kia Optima recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2014 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
- Complaints
- 31
Safety recalls
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Owner complaints by component31
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 52 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 35 |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 13 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 13 |
| Power train | 3 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 10 |
| Steering | 3 | 10 |
| Air bags | 3 | 10 |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 1 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 3 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 3 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Power train
“While driving during colder weather the car will show HEV (hybrid system) warning and tell you to shut it off.”
- Electrical system
“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.”
- Engine
“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.”
Other Kia Optima model years
- 20183 recalls243 complaints
- 20174 recalls305 complaints
- 20165 recalls763 complaints
- 20154 recalls1,021 complaints
- 20147 recalls620 complaints
- 201310 recalls1,441 complaints
- 20126 recalls1,029 complaints
- 20116 recalls628 complaints
- 20101 recall75 complaints
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2014 Kia Optima recall questions
What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Kia Optima?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 16 complaints out of 31 filed with NHTSA (52%). Across all complaints, owners reported 5 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2014 Kia Optima?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Kia dealer.
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