CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Kia Optima has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 143 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (37 reports).
2001 Kia Optima recalls
Most common 2001 Kia Optima problems
Problem areas named in the 143 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 37 |
| Air Bags | 31 |
| Suspension | 29 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 25 |
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 16 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Equipment | 7 |
What owners report
My air bag light has been on and I've check everything and my seat belt don't lock when its on and the light to the seat belt goes off contented, I've tried to go to the dealer to have them fix my airbags and senses I don't have recall on it they won't fix it ,The air bag is very important and so is the seat belt
My airbag light on and I've check the fuses in it,Not it,,, My AC,. The drivers door lock , Oxagen senser Crank Shaft,
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 KIA OPTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED ON THE LIFT, THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED AND THE DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSIS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000. *TT *JB
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 KIA OPTIMA. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL COMPLETELY DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V183000 (SUSPENSION). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
I TOOK MY CAR FOR A STATE SAFETY INSPECTION AND WAS TOLD THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS BEGINNING TO SHOW RUST. I TOOK IT TO A SECOND PROVIDER WHO CONFIRMED THAT THIS WAS THE CASE. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH I FOUND THAT RUSTING OF THE SUBFRAME HAD BEEN RECALLED BUT NOT FOR THE STATE I LIVE IN (VIRGINIA).
2001 Kia Optima questions
Does the 2001 Kia Optima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2001 Kia Optima: Suspension:Front; Electrical System:Starter Assembly; Air Bags:Side/Window. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Kia Optima?
Based on 143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (37), Air Bags (31), Suspension (29).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Kia Optima has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.