MYRModel Year Report

2015 Kia Optima Hybrid

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2015 Kia Optima Hybrid
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:07:35.037Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

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

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.

FIRE
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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, 20181109

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, 20180802

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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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, 20181109

STEERING

2 of 12 total reports mention: steering.

STRUCTURE

1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 12 total reports mentions: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

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

2015 Kia Optima Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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