Steering Related Problems of the 2004 Kia Motor Optima

Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 2004 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering rack (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Kia Motor Optima


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2004 Kia Motor Optima

The Steering problem

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 mph, the steering was off, the sub frame was fractured and dangerous to drive. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not diagnosed or repaired.   Read details...

The Steering Rack 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 Steering Rack And Pinion problem

Bought kia Optima on June 22, 2004 VIN# [xxx] and have since had seven service appointments, replaced two sets of drive belts, replaced a leaking power steering rack, replaced a leaking fuel regulator, machined the front rotors, lost time from work, lost productivity from work as well as   Read details...


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