37 problems related to body have been reported for the 2016 Kia Motor Optima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the 2016 Optima.
I was rear ended while stopped in breakdown lane of a secondary highway (40 mph) problem that I would like to address is the inadequate cushioning in the headrests of this car and probably many others. Suffered a concussion the effects of which are still ongoing. I think that there needs to be standards applied to headrests to have energy absorbing cushioning.
On may 30, 2017 at approximately 1200hrs est, while driving under normal conditions with very light traffic the sunroof exploded. Complete inspection was negative for the any exterior debris as cause. Vehicle was in motion on highway. Photos are available upon request.