How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Kia Optima?

NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2014 Optima, which is 3% of the 585 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2014 Kia Optima airbags?

This data shows no related recalls listed for the airbag component on the 2014 Optima.

Did the airbag issues cause injuries or crashes?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries tied to airbag complaints on the 2014 Optima.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2014 Optima is 48,000 miles.

How does the 2014 Optima compare to other years for airbag complaints?

The 2014 Optima's airbag complaints make up 3% of its total complaints, similar to 2012 (5%), 2013 (4%), 2015 (3%), and 2016 (3%), and lower than 2010's 23% share.

2014 Kia Optima Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2014 Kia Optima, 3% of its 585 total complaints. Six complaints involved crashes and one involved a fire, with six injuries reported, and median mileage at failure was 48,000 miles. No related recalls are listed in this data.

Airbags complaints: 16; 3% of 585
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 48,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Owners report frontal, side, and rear airbags failing to deploy during collisions, including one crash where the vehicle spun and struck a curb and another where it rolled multiple times.
Some drivers describe airbags not deploying in moderate-speed side impacts, such as being T-boned or hit by another vehicle running a stop sign.
Several owners report the airbag warning light staying on without any collision, with dealers stating repairs fell outside warranty coverage.
One complaint describes the passenger airbag deploying unexpectedly while driving over a minor bump.
Another owner reports a driver's side airbag deploying without warning while the vehicle was being serviced, causing injury.
A separate complaint describes the airbag clockspring assembly failing, triggering the SRS light and disabling airbag deployment.

When 2014 Kia Optima airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 30, 2014, latest Aug 30, 2026.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2014 to Aug 2026; peak Jan 2019 (2).

Airbags recalls for the 2014 Kia Optima

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Airbags complaints by Optima model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201017 (23%)
201131 (5%)
201248 (5%)
201360 (4%)
201416 (3%)
201526 (3%)
201623 (3%)
20175 (2%)
20189 (4%)
201912 (6%)
20207 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Kia Optima?: NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2014 Optima, which is 3% of the 585 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2014 Kia Optima airbags?: This data shows no related recalls listed for the airbag component on the 2014 Optima.
Did the airbag issues cause injuries or crashes?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries tied to airbag complaints on the 2014 Optima.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2014 Optima is 48,000 miles.
How does the 2014 Optima compare to other years for airbag complaints?: The 2014 Optima's airbag complaints make up 3% of its total complaints, similar to 2012 (5%), 2013 (4%), 2015 (3%), and 2016 (3%), and lower than 2010's 23% share.