2016 Kia Optima Phev

○ Not enough data
2016 Kia Optima Phev
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:02:07.850Z

Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
0

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
—

Not enough data

Complaints per year

2016: 0 complaints 2016 0 2017: 23 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020
2016: 0 complaints 2016 0 2017: 23 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020
2016: 0 complaints 2016 0 2017: 23 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020

2016: 0 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20160
201723
20188
20191
20201

Known problem areas

No complaint components on file for this model year.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. I
    2022-09-12Defect petitionClosed 2023-12-12 Loss of Motive Power

Buy-smart checklist

2016 Kia Optima Phev — pre-purchase inspection

  • No specific known issues on file — do a standard pre-purchase inspection.

FAQ

Is the 2016 Kia Optima Phev reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 2016 Kia Optima Phev 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.