How many electrical complaints does the 2015 Kia Optima have?

NHTSA lists 150 Electrical System complaints for the 2015 Optima, which is 15% of the 1,008 total complaints filed for that model year.

Are there fires linked to the 2015 Kia Optima's electrical system?

Yes, NHTSA complaint data for this component shows 24 fires and 6 injuries reported among the electrical complaints for the 2015 Optima.

Is there a recall for the 2015 Kia Optima electrical system?

No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for the Electrical System component on the 2015 Optima.

At what mileage do 2015 Optima electrical problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 75,500 miles.

How does the 2015 Optima compare to other years for electrical complaints?

The 2015 Optima's 15% share of complaints tied to the Electrical System is lower than the 2011 (24%), 2016 (19%), and 2018 (18%) model years.

2015 Kia Optima Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 150 Electrical System complaints for the 2015 Kia Optima, 15% of all complaints filed for the year. Owners report 24 fires and 5 crashes tied to electrical issues, with a median failure mileage of 75,500. No related recalls are listed for this component.

Electrical System complaints: 150; 15% of 1,008
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 24
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 75,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden engine shutdown while driving, followed by smoke or fire coming from under the hood.
Some report a burning plastic smell and flames starting under the steering column or in the engine bay while the vehicle was parked or idling.
Several describe multiple warning lights (check engine, oil, others) appearing on the dash right before the engine lost power.
Some owners report total loss of electrical function inside the cabin, including instrument panel failures and wiring harness burns near the rear seat.
A few describe recurring issues with tail light bulbs and sockets, including one instance where a socket caught fire.

When 2015 Kia Optima electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 5, 2015, latest Jul 29, 2026.

150 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q2 (8).

Electrical System recalls for the 2015 Kia Optima

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Optima model year

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

201014 (19%)
2011143 (24%)
2012146 (16%)
2013175 (13%)
201475 (13%)
2015150 (15%)
2016140 (19%)
201736 (14%)
201842 (18%)
201925 (12%)
202013 (9%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2015 Kia Optima have?: NHTSA lists 150 Electrical System complaints for the 2015 Optima, which is 15% of the 1,008 total complaints filed for that model year.
Are there fires linked to the 2015 Kia Optima's electrical system?: Yes, NHTSA complaint data for this component shows 24 fires and 6 injuries reported among the electrical complaints for the 2015 Optima.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Kia Optima electrical system?: No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for the Electrical System component on the 2015 Optima.
At what mileage do 2015 Optima electrical problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 75,500 miles.
How does the 2015 Optima compare to other years for electrical complaints?: The 2015 Optima's 15% share of complaints tied to the Electrical System is lower than the 2011 (24%), 2016 (19%), and 2018 (18%) model years.