Table 1 shows one common exterior lighting related problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Optima.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems |
This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. Car has been worked on for same problems more than 5 times. Car has had (that I know of) 3 batteries and 2 alternators. Once the locks on the car failed and I was trapped inside vehicle for more than an hour. Locks would automatically relock faster than you could open the door.
While driving at night, the headlights would dim whenever the a/c or the heater was turned on. The dealer/manufacturer both agreed that was the normal characteristic of that vehicle. Feel free to provide any further information.
A/c condensation build up on the inside of car had at dealer 2 times before they fixed . #2 replaced right headlight 4 times in1 1/2 yr no finger on bulbe! #3 after sitting over night on first start up transmission will not move at first #4 gas gauge from day 1 wouldn't read full after 3 trip to shop they fixed it.