2016 Kia Optima electrical system problems
The 2016 Kia Optima has 110 electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA — 10% of the year's total, and roughly flat versus the prior model year.
110
Electrical System complaints
10%
Share of year
6
Crash-involved
0
Related recalls
Electrical System complaints by year
What owners report
“On July 4th, my vehicle lost engine power and flashed a quick prompt of "engine warning" before turning off completely, smoke from under the hood which resulted in a fire. I was able to extinguish it fortunately. I have since discovered there are three open recalls, which I received no notification…”
Common questions
How many electrical system complaints does the 2016 Kia Optima have?
NHTSA has 110 complaints about the 2016 Kia Optima electrical system — 10% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.