CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Kia Optima has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 167 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 5 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (68 reports).
2007 Kia Optima recalls
Most common 2007 Kia Optima problems
Problem areas named in the 167 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 68 |
| Exterior Lighting | 27 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 20 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Visibility | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Equipment | 4 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2007 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving, the airbag warning light remained illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V014000 (Air Bags); however, the contact stated that the vehicle experienced failure described in the recall. The local dealer was not contacted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was 82,000.
After adding oil..Car stopped while drivingâ¦Smoke and Fire occurred.. Now engine will not start.. 2 Mechanics Stated âEngine needs to Be Replacedâ⦠A/C Front Blower Doesnât Work Console Has a Short and Doesnât Work
My headlights are preventing me from passing motor vehicle inspection low beam are on doesn't look like their on so I have to drive with high beams and with that no one flashes me. Because all four are on but u can't tell if the low ones on it looks like I just have my parking lights on.
My vehicle speed up and slow down all that itself. It will not maintain speed even with my foot steady on the gas. It will not accelerate, but the major problem is my seatbelt gets stuck all the time Iâm afraid to get buckled. I am unable to remove my seatbelt multiple times so now I have buckled my seatbelt behind me so I can start getting tickets. Iâve gotten like four tickets because Iâm scared to be buckled that itâs not gonna come on down when I need it to be Iâve got 40 bought tickets. I was going about 20 mph when I went to the brakes for my vehicle accelerated by itself crashing into a pillar at the mall. I did call the police.
headlights very dim . replaced bulbs . replaced wiring harness. replaced alternater . still dim . cannot see more than a few feet at night. have heard this is a common problem . would like any info to correct problem .no longer safe to drive vehicle at night. please reply asap.
2007 Kia Optima questions
Does the 2007 Kia Optima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2007 Kia Optima: Air Bags:Frontal; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Kia Optima?
Based on 167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (68), Exterior Lighting (27), Visibility/Wiper (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 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.