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Hybrid propulsion systemPart report

2017 Kia Optima Phev Hybrid propulsion system Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
9%of 23 total for the year
Median mileage
117,336miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the hybrid propulsion system of the 2017 Kia Optima Phev, 9% of the 23 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 117,336 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“The contact owns a 2017 Kia Optima PHEV. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed up a steep hill, the vehicle lost motive power. The Check Hybrid System, Turn Off Engine message was displayed, and the traction control, check engine, ABS, and auto-hold warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure was not found. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V161000 (Hybrid Propulsion System) for the issue; however, the failure recurred. …”

NHTSA complaint #11551627, filed 2023-10, 117,336 miles

Hybrid propulsion system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
201729%

Other parts of the 2017 Kia Optima Phev

Engine
11 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2017 Kia Optima Phev

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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