2014 Kia Optima Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 49 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 Kia Optima, 8% of all 585 complaints for the year, with 10 fires, 3 crashes, and 8 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure is 85,000. Two related recalls (20V100000 and 22V093000) cover a low pressure fuel hose that can crack, deteriorate, or lack heat-protective tape.
- Fuel System complaints
- 49
- 8% of 585
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 10
- Injuries reported
- 8
- Median mileage
- 85,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners report a fuel odor inside or around the vehicle, sometimes traced to a cracked or torn low pressure fuel line or fitting.
- Some describe the engine catching fire while parked or shortly after driving, with smoke coming from under the hood.
- Others report smelling fuel or smoke on the highway followed by loss of acceleration and warning lights before pulling over.
- A few owners had recall repairs done for the fuel hose but later found continued leaking or fuel line damage.
- One owner reported a fire and crash on the highway after swerving to avoid another vehicle.
When 2014 Kia Optima fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 24, 2014, latest Sep 15, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2014 Kia Optima
- NHTSA 22V093000Feb 17, 2022Fuel System72,848 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 20V-100. The low pressure fuel hose may be damaged, or missing heat-protective tape, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-33-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC228.
- NHTSA 20V100000Feb 21, 2020Fuel System141,774 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The low pressure fuel hose may deteriorate and crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Risk: If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia will notify Owners, and Dealers will inspect the low pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, a heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC187.
Fuel System complaints by Optima model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Kia Optima?
- NHTSA lists 49 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 Optima, which is 8% of the 585 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2014 Kia Optima?
- Yes. Recall 20V100000 covers a low pressure fuel hose that can deteriorate and crack, and recall 22V093000 addresses vehicles previously repaired under that recall where the hose may still be damaged or missing heat-protective tape.
- Did the fuel system problems cause any fires or injuries?
- NHTSA data tied to this component shows 10 fires, 3 crashes, and 8 injuries reported for the 2014 Optima.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 85,000 miles.