2019 Kia Optima PhevProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2019 Kia Optima Phev, most often about the engine. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 30, 2025. Updated daily.
Where the 2019 Kia Optima Phev has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2019 Kia Optima Phev recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2019 vs. every other Optima Phev year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Optima Phev median. How we score
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Kia Optima Phev, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of Motive PowerNo recall
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
What Optima Phev owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
For several years my 'check hybrid engine' followed by turn off engine. The dealership can not figure out the cause. Twice in the last month the engine has automatically shut off when the "check hybrid engine' warning light displays. I nearly had an accident because the brakes are much weaker when…
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