Power Train Related Problems of the 2004 Kia Motor Optima

Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 2004 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Kia Motor Optima


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2004 Kia Motor Optima

The Automatic Transmission problem

Irregular occurrences of steering problem, leaking power steering rack. Since the initial repair of the power steering rack, the consumer has continued to experience problems with the steering, however the dealer was unable to duplicate the consumers concern.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

I have been taking my car to kia of orange park in jacksonville, florida for the past several months because of issues with stalling and hestitation at start and the car has stopped on my while in gear with my foot on the brake (three or four times).   Read details...

The Power Train Driveline problem

Wheel misalignment and other noticeable stress in steering, or accelerated abnormal tire wear. Rattling noise coming from left front end area, not cv axle or strut.   Read details...


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