2015 Kia Forte vs 2015 Kia Optima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Kia Forte | 2015 Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 258 | 1,003 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 146 | 200 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 73 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–30 | 24–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,005 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Forte | Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 156 | 618 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 135 |
| Structure | 4 | 76 |
| Steering | 4 | 68 |
| Power Train | 17 | 49 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 49 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 44 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 37 | 155 |
| Check engine light | 29 | 102 |
| Clunking / rattling | 21 | 70 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 60 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 22 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 5 | 31 |
2015 Kia Forte
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.