Table 1 shows four common exterior lighting related problems of the 2014 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the exterior lighting (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the tail light switch (four problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Tail Light Switch problems | |
| Headlights problems | |
| Turn Signal problems |
Vehicles low-beam headlights are very poor. Brought for service/adjustments and was advised that they were properly aimed and that nothing more could be done other than installing brighter headlights. While driving at night I need the fog lights or the high-beam lights on for proper visibility Read details...
Recall on engine was replaced 2 years ago for having metal shavings in the oil. The second motor has 15,000 miles on it and it�s burning oil and smoking to where you can�t see anything. I was getting on I 65 going north and smoke came out. It hesitates to go. Read details...
I have recently purchased a 2014 kia Optima lx, and the headlights are so dim on low beam it is unsafe to drive. Bright lights work great. Low beam when you meet another oncoming vehicle you can barely tell if you are in your lane or not. Read details...