Kia Motor Optima owners have reported 507 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 20 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (415 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light on (38 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Abs system failing Read details...
I left the dealer lot at closing time 2/5/2021 the traction light and brake lights warnings were on the abs light the car brakes skidded upon applying brakes driving at a slow speed the car shook while applying brakes and it felt as though the entire motor was going to fall out . Read details...
Brakes do not work properly,changed pads but still same problem. A noise on engine and the vehicle does not speed more than 65-70 mph. Drivers seat don't work properly. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 kia Optima. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard a grinding noise coming from the rear passenger side tire. The vehicle was taken to the shop the following day for an oil change, and it was discovered that the rear passenger caliper was frozen and would not Read details...
Breaks went completely out while driving on freeway. Was diagnosed and this is the technician story verbatim verified customer concern can hear gurggling noise coming from brake area even when vehicle is off. When moving vehicle into stall. Read details...