2001 Kia Optima problems by component
143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Kia Optima, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure → | 35 | 24% | 99,000 mi |
| Suspension → | 28 | 20% | 121,000 mi |
| Air Bags → | 27 | 19% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 24 | 17% | 54,000 mi |
| Electrical System → | 17 | 12% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages → | 15 | 10% | — |
| Power Train → | 12 | 8% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic → | 12 | 8% | — |
| Equipment | 7 | 5% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 5% | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 3% | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 3% | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 3% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2% | — |
| Engine | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.