Air Bag Problems of Kia Motor Optima

Kia Motor Optima owners have reported 565 air bag related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common air bag problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag (183 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag light on (166 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Air Bag problems of Kia Motor Optima

The Air Bag problem

The horn stops working, steering heat stop working, control functions and air bag warning. I changed the clock spring and it fixed all those issues the first time but within 6 months all those issues happened again. Is there something more wrong?   Read details...

The Air Bag Light On problem

2012 Optima 45,000 miles bought in 2013. Regular on time service at lithia kia of anchorage where purchased. Air bag light triggered after oil change. Despite warranty and extended bumper - bumper coverage, had to pay $150 to have the air bag codes read and reset.   Read details...

The Air Bag Not Deploy problem

2007 kia Optima. Consumer stated that the airbag did not deploy during collision.   Read details...

The Warning Light On problem

Tl the contact owns a 2013 kia Optima. The contact stated while driving 20 mph and making a right turn, he heard an abnormal popping sound prior to the air bag warning light illuminating. Upon inspection, the contact became aware that the horn had popped out of place and was raised inside of the   Read details...

The Front Air Bag Sensor Control problem

I have owned my vehicle for 3 years. My airbag sensor light has come on fir I the 2nd time. I spoke with the manufacturer and they are showing no desire to look into the problem without the being a sizable expense to myself. Also my back up camera is showing signs of connection issues.   Read details...




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