MYRModel Year Report

2014 Kia Optima Hybrid

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2014 Kia Optima Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:07:27.973Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kia Optima Hybrid Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2014 highlighted. 2011: 34 complaints 2011 2012: 107 complaints 2013: 50 complaints 2013 2014: 31 complaints 2014 2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2017: 25 complaints 2017 2018: 3 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 1 complaints 2020
2014: 31 complaints
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YearComplaints
201134
2012107
201350
201431
201512
20164
201725
20183
20190
20201

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 52%

52% of complaints: engine — 16 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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WHILE TRYING TO PARK THE CAR IN THE PARKING LOT STRUCTURE, THE CAR ACCELERATED BEYOND CONTROL ON IT'S OWN AND HIT THE WALL HEAD ON. I WAS ALREADY IN MY PARKING SPOT AND ONLY FEW FEET AWAY WHEN THE CAR ACCELERATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140808

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 29%

29% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260110

MY KIA ALERTED ME TO A HYBRID CHARGING ISSUE BEFORE STALLING AT AN INTERSECTION AND REFUSING TO START AGAIN. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE NEAREST KIA DEALER WHO DID EXTENSIVE DIAGNOSTIC WORK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180205

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 13%

13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE TRYING TO PARK THE CAR IN THE PARKING LOT STRUCTURE, THE CAR ACCELERATED BEYOND CONTROL ON IT'S OWN AND HIT THE WALL HEAD ON. I WAS ALREADY IN MY PARKING SPOT AND ONLY FEW FEET AWAY WHEN THE CAR ACCELERATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140808

STEERING 10%

10% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260110

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20170518 — RQ (closed 20211222)

Scope and Timeliness

I 20180821 — DP (closed 20190510)

Non-crash Vehicle Fires

I 20190329 — PE (closed 20211222)

Non-crash Vehicle Fires

I 20190419 — EA (closed 20240919)

Electrical overstress

I 20220912 — DP (closed 20231212)

Loss of Motive Power

I 20230127 — DP (closed 20230807)

Pedestrian alert sounds

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2014 Kia Optima Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.