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2016 Kia Optima Seats Problems

5 owner-reported seats complaints from NHTSA data

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Apr 2022Dec 2023
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (5)

mediumSEATS
Filed: Apr 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the driver's side seat would inadvertently lower without driver input. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times.

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NHTSA #: 11460427
mediumSEATS,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2021

I have a flashing check engine light while driving my vehicle was not trying to give gas or anything

NHTSA #: 11425720
mediumSEATS
Filed: Nov 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia optima. When the contact pushed the button behind the rear passenger seat to release the seats, the headrest detached and struck the contact on the left eye. The contact sustained an eye injury, but medical attention was not required.

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NHTSA #: 11152920
mediumSEATS
Filed: Oct 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia optima. While the vehicle was coming to a complete stop, the front driver and passenger seats unintentionally moved in different directions. The contact mentioned that both seats became detached from the hinges.

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NHTSA #: 11132993
lowSEATS
Filed: Dec 2023

My seat back has been automatically going back all by itself WHILE I'm DRIVING!! It happened 4 times yesterday while driving on the highway!! This has happened a number of times while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11558055

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