Two problems related to battery cable 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 contact stated while driving 60 mph the charging system's warning light illuminated. The vehicle stalled and was coasted off the road without incident. It was towed to the dealer where the cause of the problem was undetermined; however both battery cables were melted. There were no prior warning signals indicating a problem. The manufacturer has not been alerted.
2003 kia Optima charging system indicator light illuminated. The consumer pulled off the freeway and onto a city street. The vehicle was turned off but could not be restarted. The consumer noticed the battery cables had melted.