Table 1 shows four common exterior lighting related problems of the 2016 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the exterior lighting (25 problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlights (14 problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Headlights problems | |
| Headlight Switch problems | |
| Brake Light problems |
Vehicle was purchased in 2023. Ac blower failure occurred for the first time in June 2024 and was repaired by pepboys. On 4/2/2025 the ve3hicle had an active recall event when the engine seized on the highway because of a faulty oil pump/filter, engine was replaced 4/17/2025 under that recall. Read details...
When I was driving at 4:45am it was total darkness still out my exterior headlights shut off and I could not see. It is always set on auto. It just happened out of no where and I could not see. I could have had an accident. Now I have read that a few people have had this same problem. Read details...
My head lights have turned off and on by themselves three times in the last two weeks while the car is in motion. Each time it's happened has been in different areas in the city I live in. I always keep my car's headlights on auto. Read details...