Exterior Lighting Related Problems of the 2017 Kia Motor Optima

Table 1 shows four common exterior lighting related problems of the 2017 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the exterior lighting (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlights (three problems).

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Kia Motor Optima


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of the 2017 Kia Motor Optima

The Exterior Lighting problem

I own a 2017 kia Optima. My vehicle was brought in for the tail light recall at lupient kia, but the dealership only replaced a bulb and refused to replace the harnesses. I was told by the service advisor (brad baranowski) that my tail lights had “nothing to do with the recall” and that   Read details...

The Headlights problem

The contact owns a 2017 kia Optima. The contact stated while driving 40 mph, the "check high beam assist system" and "check lane departure system" messages were displayed. The forward collision avoidance warning light and an unknown warning light were illuminated.   Read details...

The Headlight Switch problem

The headlights will go off no matter if the switch is on auto or normal on. The lights cut off while driving, it happens on the street, highway, and even if the car isn�t moving. It started about a month ago. There hasn�t been any damage or wrecks to my car.   Read details...


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