Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Engine (44.4% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
Engine complaints here are 3.6× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 609 · 44.4% | Recalled | Recall 17V224000 |
| Steering | 211 · 15.4% | No official action | — |
| Electrical System | 142 · 10.4% | Investigation closed | PE19004 → recall 20V088000 · PE19004 → recall 20V100000 · PE19004 → recall 20V101000 · PE19004 → recall 20V518000 · PE19004 → recall 20V519000 · PE19004 → recall 20V750000 · PE19004 → recall 21V331000 · PE19004 → recall 21V844000 · DP18003 → recall 18V907000 · DP18003 → recall 18V934000 · DP18003 → recall 19V120000 · DP18003 → recall 19V204000 |
| Structure:body | 118 · 8.6% | Recalled | Recall 22V560000 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 90 · 6.6% | Recalled | Recall 18V907000 · Recall 20V100000 · Recall 22V093000 |
| Power Train | 63 · 4.6% | No official action | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 1,371 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 18V907000 · 2018 · reported 12/19/2018
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 18V363000 · 2018 · reported 06/01/2018
If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 20V100000 · 2020 · reported 02/21/2020
If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 20V519000 · 2020 · reported 08/27/2020
If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · Park outside · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 21V331000 · 2021 · reported 05/10/2021
An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · Park outside · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 17V224000 · 2017 · reported 03/31/2017
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 22V093000 · 2022 · reported 02/17/2022
A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 22V560000 · 2022 · reported 08/01/2022
A plate that detaches during a crash may strike an occupant, increasing their risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 23V652000 · 2023 · reported 09/25/2023
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · Park outside · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
“MY WIFE, SON AND I WERE ON THE WAY HOME FROM TOWN IN OUR 2013 KIA OPTIMA. I STOPPED AT A LOCAL GROCERY STORE TO…”NHTSA complaint 10714982 — filed 05/06/2015 · ENGINE
“HAD OIL CHANGE 5 DAYS PRIOR, AND RECALL FOR ACCELERATION. CALLED THE,DEALERSHIP BECAUSE I HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. WAS ON MY…”NHTSA complaint 10705662 — filed 04/14/2015 · ENGINE
“AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP AT A STOP SIGN, WHEN I TRIED TO ACCELERATE TO TURN ONTO A BUSY ROAD MY CAR LOST POWER…”NHTSA complaint 10690780 — filed 02/26/2015 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 609 of 1,371 NHTSA complaints (44.4%), followed by steering (211), unspecified/other issues (184), electrical system (142). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
1,371 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 48 involved a crash, 112 involved a fire, and 36 reported injuries. 4 deaths were reported.
Yes — 9 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V907000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
