Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Optima

Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (five problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Kia Motor Optima

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door Latch problems
11
Latches/locks/linkage problems
5

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Optima

The Door Latch problem

Purchased oct,15,07. Within 3 day we had it up to dealer were purchases 1) for windows not going up or down all the time. 2) light on radio and heater do not work. 3) the car had no power and would go from 1st gear to 3rd gear and would stay that way until car turned off.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The front frame and many components of my 2001 kia Optima have completely rusted out. It currently has 50,000 miles on it and has had many problems since I purchased it. Check engine light is pretty much on every day.   Read details...


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