Recalls ·2017 Kia Optima Hybrid

2017 Kia Optima Hybrid recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid; the most frequently affected component is latches/locks/linkages — latch. Owners filed 26 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 10 model years of this model in the database, 2017 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints26
Crashes reported1in stored complaints
Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Latches/locks/linkages — LatchCampaign 23V594000 · 24 Aug 2023

Problem: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base subassembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC278.

EngineCampaign 21V844000 · 29 Oct 2021

Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.

Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC218.

What owners complain about

Share of the 26 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine16 · 62%
Electrical system6 · 23%
Unknown or other4 · 15%
Service brakes4 · 15%
Power train3 · 12%
Air bags1 · 4%
Suspension1 · 4%
Visibility/wiper1 · 4%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

While driving my car started to decelerate in the middle of the freeway and I was in no position to pull over. The hybrid battery nearly completely drained before I was able to limp off the freeway. My car threw an error message to “Check Hybrid system” and told me to pull over immediately and turn the car off. After…

Engine · Dec 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

Driving and the dashboard said turn car off. Had towed to the dealer and they said $8500 for a new engine...said the oil drain bolt was laying of top of the splash shield and no oil left in the engine, they wanted to know if someone was after us...what the heck. Fought with them for 2 months.

Engine · Nov 2018 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact and his daughter leased a 2017 kia optima hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the parking brake would active independently as the parking brake warning light would simultaneously appear on the instrument panel. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at 55…

Air bags · Sep 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

This car is registered under my sons name, [XXX]. I helped him buy the car as we paid cash for it ( Money was provided by my ex-wife). We bought it on XXX and was sold as-is but then the seller said theres no problem with it. A week after we bought it as my son was driving it on [XXX] it drove it suddenly loss power…

Power train · Aug 2026 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20113
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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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