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2003 Kia optima Visibility Problems

Visibility complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2003 Kia optima has 5 NHTSA visibility complaints and 0 visibility-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2003 Kia optima

Latches & Locks
34
Structure
20
Electrical
20
Airbags
15
Other
9
Fuel System
9
Engine
8
Suspension
7
Powertrain
5
Visibility
5
Brakes
4
Lights
4

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Visibility Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Apr 6, 2010VISIBILITYPASSENGER MIRROR FALLS OFF. *TR
Jan 1, 2009VISIBILITYRUSTING OF WINDSHIELD WIPERS. *TR
Jan 5, 2005VISIBILITYVEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE DEFROSTER. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN THE ELEMENTS THE WINDOWS...
May 3, 2003VISIBILITYTHE DESIGN OF THE LARGE OVER VIEW MIRROR, ONLY ALLOWED THE CONSUMER TO SEE HALF OF THE FRONT WINDSHI...
Jan 1, 1970VISIBILITYTHE LOCATION OF THE DRIVER SIDE MIRROR AND SUN VISOR IS OBSTRUCTING THE VIEW THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD....

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