Engine Stall problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Optima

One problem related to engine stall has been reported for the 2001 Kia Motor Optima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the 2001 Optima.

1 Engine Stall problem

Failure Date: 01/06/2003

Nhtsa#14716-02-v-040-000: kia/crankshaft position sensor. Consumer states while driving the vehicle at 55mph engine stall, brake and steering wheel froze. Dealer was notified and wont honoring the warranty, please provide further information. Ph.




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