Other complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2017 Kia optima has 30 NHTSA other complaints and 1 other-related recall.
30
Complaints
1
Recalls
0
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026
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HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD...
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | “My vehicle, a 2017 Kia Optima, had repeated safety issues documented in service records. Despite mu... |
| Aug 3, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE | --- **Summary of Complaint – 2017 Kia Optima** My 2017 Kia Optima (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced sudden... |
| Jun 23, 2025 | HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM | The contact owns a 2017 Kia Optima. The contact stated that the low battery warning light was illumi... |
| May 2, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | I was driving and as I was going to make a left turn, the steering wheel forced itself to the right ... |
| Jan 1, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Unknown Oil consumption Spark plugs need replacement about every 500-1000 miles. Also needs oil ev... |
| Apr 4, 2024 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Sunroof shattered while driving on the highway. Nothing hit the vehicle. Sounded like a loud explosi... |
| Oct 8, 2023 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Kia fuel rail spurting gas out. Kia dealer said it’s not under warranty and no recalls. Gas leak is... |
| Sep 10, 2023 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | Twice while driving in rain my front end collision warning has taken control from me and slammed on ... |
| Aug 15, 2023 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Oil burning faster. After an oil change I go about a month before I have to add more oil again. Ther... |
| Jul 23, 2023 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | KIA states they are unable to provide the vehicle with the anti theft software update due to the veh... |
| Mar 12, 2023 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE | Car went into limp mode (three times since July 2022) and slowed down on the freeway from 70mph to 2... |
| Feb 18, 2023 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | No vehicle warning as it became engulfed in flames. Fire started from under the hood. |
| Feb 14, 2023 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | My car was stolen on February 14, 2023 at 7pm. |
| Oct 12, 2022 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | Forward collision avoidance system activated with no vehicle stopped in front. Brakes locked up mult... |
| Sep 28, 2022 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | I previously submitted a report regarding engine failure in my Kia 2017, Optima. I’d like to update ... |
| Sep 6, 2022 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Car can be easily stolen due to not having an engine immobilizer |
| Jun 4, 2022 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | While driving on the freeway and NO vehicles around me, the sunroof shattered, I am reaching out to... |
| Jun 3, 2022 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | After driving for more than 5 or so minutes I begin to smell a burning smell. I’ve had my brakes ins... |
| Mar 28, 2022 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Since I purchased the car I have a had a issue with my vehicle misfiring. We purchased the car in 20... |
| Nov 15, 2021 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE | During the week of November 14th, 2021, I noticed my vehicle begin to noticeably vibrate and generat... |