Three problems related to equipment have been reported for the 2002 Kia Motor Optima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the 2002 Optima.
2002 kia Optima driver door will not unlock with keyless entry or from in side of car only after locking and waiting several minutes to hitting unlock about 20 times to get the door to unlock have been locked in car and crawl threw car or out window. Car has 142000. Milies.
Subframe is rusting out and my tires are getting abnormal wear and my front tires are angled in.
Car was making strange noise. Took to mechanic to have check. It was discovered that the subframe is completely rusted through on passenger side at frame mounts and almost rusted through on drivers side. Mechanic determined that due to the severity of problem vehicle is unsafe to drive and will not allow back on road until necessary repairs are made. I contacted kia and was told that this particular year vehicle was in a recall due to this problem. However, this particular VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was orginally purchased in the state of west va, as stated in the recall. Vehicle is still parked at mechanics garage and I would greatly appreciate communication regarding this matter. I was told by kia representative that I would need to contact your organization.
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| Radio/tape Cd Player problems | |
| Air Conditioner problems |