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2020 Kia Optima
Problems & Complaints
CarComplaints.com Notes: 2020 is the last year for the Optima badge in North America, as its been rebranded to the K5 to match the international naming scheme.
Worst 2020 Kia Optima Problems by Category
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- lights problems
- engine problems
- seat belts / air bags problems
- drivetrain problems
- electrical problems
- brakes problems
- miscellaneous problems
- fuel system problems
- steering problems
- interior accessories problems
- body / paint problems
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Worst 2020 Kia Optima Problems
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#1: Both Headlights Consistently Going Out 2020 Optima
- Average Cost to Fix:
- N/A
- Average Mileage:
- 54,000 mi
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#2: Seatbelt Fails To Retrack Properly 2020 Optima
- Average Cost to Fix:
- N/A
- Average Mileage:
- 1,000 mi
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#3: High Oil Consumption 2020 Optima
- Average Cost to Fix:
- N/A
- Average Mileage:
- 93,000 mi




