Power Train Related Problems of the 2016 Kia Motor Optima

Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 2016 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (74 problems). The second most common problem is related to the driveshaft (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Kia Motor Optima

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Train problems
74
Driveshaft problems
1

Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2016 Kia Motor Optima

The Power Train problem

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...

The Driveshaft problem

The contact owns a 2016 kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving at 5 mph, the passenger side drive shaft fractured. The vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was pushed to the side of the road and then towed to the local dealer.   Read details...


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