Three problems related to air bag have been reported for the 2003 Kia Motor Optima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the 2003 Optima.
The engine light came on. The doors would lock without any prompts. The horn would honk while parked in the garage. The car was checked out on the computer and the driver's air bag needs replaced and there is an electrical problem.
Tl- the contact owns a 2003 kia Optima. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp flashed and that as the failure progressed the air bag warning lamp stayed lit. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Dyd.
After 60,000 miles, while driving or with the engine running, the engine light came on and stayed on. This has been repaired three times by replacing a main fuse. Each time it has been repaired, the problem has reoccurred. In connection with this problem, the door will lock after the driver exits the car. Sometimes, the keys have been locked in the car.