2015 Kia Optima Hybrid
Only 12 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 108 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
5 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owned a 2015 Kia Optima Hybrid. The contact stated that ten minutes after parking the vehicle, it burst into flames without warning. The fire department extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-09
Also filed under Electrical system
Tl* the contact owned a 2015 Kia Optima Hybrid. While driving 15 MPH, smoke appeared from the engine compartment. The contact coasted the vehicle to a parking lot and parked the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-02
Electrical system
5 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
Steering
2 of 12 total reports mention: steering.
Structure
1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Power train
1 of 12 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
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2022-09-12Defect petitionClosed 2023-12-12 Loss of Motive Power
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Kia Optima Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2015 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 2015 Kia Optima Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Kia Optima Hybrid have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.