Table 1 shows one common hybrid propulsion system related problems of the 2013 Kia Motor Optima.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hybrid Propulsion System problems |
The contact owned a 2013 kia Optima hybrid. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, a bystander alerted him that his vehicle was on fire. The contact exited the vehicle and discovered that the front driver side tire well had caught fire. Another motorist who witnessed the fire stopped and extinguished the fire with a fire extinguisher. The fire department was called to the scene and inspected the vehicle to ensure that the fire was extinguished. The police department also arrived at the scene. Neither a police or fire report were filed. The vehicle was initially towed the contact's home and then to a dealer where an inspection discovered that the hybrid battery may have been the source of the fire. The vehicle remained in the possession of the dealer for further investigation. The contact made multiple attempts to reach the manufacturer but was unsuccessful. The vehicle was deemed a complete loss. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.