2014 Kia Optima vehicle speed control problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the vehicle speed control on the 2014 Kia Optima — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“engine was replaced per CASE # 14397135, and PI1803Y/Z, SINCE engine repair Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor “A” Circuit High CODES (P2562 & P2565) continuously come and go. Check engine light comes on and off for the same codes. Knocking noise continues, loss of acceleration as if…”
filed Oct 18, 2023
“I was driving down the interstate for my work commute apx 70 mph when HEV warning light engaged and vehicle went into limp mode. Had vehicle towed to dealership after running several tests determined the engine was knocking and needed replaced. After 2 months reman engine placed in vehicle. Vehicle…”
filed Aug 9, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Vehicle Speed Control problems in other Optima years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Optima | 6 | 4% |
| 2019 Optima | 10 | 5% |
| 2018 Optima | 10 | 4% |
| 2017 Optima | 13 | 5% |
| 2016 Optima | 29 | 4% |
| 2015 Optima | 35 | 3% |
| 2013 Optima | 39 | 3% |
| 2012 Optima | 40 | 4% |
| 2011 Optima | 19 | 3% |
| 2010 Optima | 6 | 8% |
| 2009 Optima | 11 | 9% |
| 2008 Optima | 7 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2014 Kia Optima
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.