Table 1 shows five common suspension related problems of the 2002 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (six problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Control Arm problems | |
| Ball Joint problems | |
| Front Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems |
The contact owns a 2002 kia Optima. The contact stated that after he replaced all four tires, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an alignment; however, the mechanic was unable to perform an alignment due to the subframe corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. Read details...
Over a weeks time,I noticed my steering wheel was turned like maybe I needed an alignment and it started pulling to the left so bad that I had to force the steering wheel to the right so I wouldn't wreck into the median on the interstate. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, the contact heard a loud noise near the front driver side tire as the vehicle dropped to the ground. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic for inspection where they advised that that the ball joints needed to be replaced. Read details...