CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Optima Opus has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (1 report).
3Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2008 Optima Opus recalls
Most common 2008 Optima Opus problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
BRAKES REPLACED TWICE, ROTORS, CALIBERS, BRAKE HOSE, BREAK LINES,STARTER,WINDSHIELD PUMP,AND ALL AT DIFFERENT TIMES! THIS CAR WAS BRANDNEW WHEN I BOUGHT IT AND THIS IS NOT MY FIRST CAR NEW THAT I PURCHASED SINCE I HAVE BEEN DRIVING! I NORMALLY BUY EVERY TWO TO THREE YEARS A NEW CAR AND NEVER HAD MORE PROBLEMS THEN I HAD HAVE WITH THIS ONE AND WONDERED IF ANYONE ELSE HAD SAME ISSUES I AM HAVING WITH IN THIS SHORT TIME FROM REPLACING ONE PART AFTER ANOTHER? TODAY WHICH IS JANUARY 8TH 2015 I WAS COMING HOME AND WHEN I CAME TO A STOP SIGN I HAD NO BREAKS AND AFTER PUTTING EMERGENCY BREAK ON (WHICH BROKE) THE LIGHT CAME ON WHICH SAID BREAKS!! I HAVE NEVER FELT SO UNSAFE IN A CAR THEN I DO WITH T
2008 Optima Opus questions
Does the 2008 Optima Opus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Optima Opus: Electrical System; Steering:Column; Equipment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Optima Opus?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (1), Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (1), Exterior Lighting (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Optima Opus 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.