Table 1 shows five common visibility related problems of the 2003 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the exterior rearview mirror (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the visibility (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Exterior Rearview Mirror problems | |
| Visibility problems | |
| Interior Rearview Mirror problems | |
| Defogger problems | |
| Rear Window Wiper Washer problems |
The design of the large over view mirror, only allowed the consumer to see half of the front windshield. The front windshield visibility to the right was blocked by the front rearview mirror due to large size of the mirror and inability to lower the drivers seat enough and almost hit the other Read details...
Passenger mirror falls off. Read details...
The location of the driver side mirror and sun visor is obstructing the view through the windshield. This results in poor visibility, almost causing an accident. Seat cannot be lowered to correct this problem. Read details...