Three problems related to steering have been reported for the 2004 Kia Motor Optima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the 2004 Optima.
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. The manufacturer was notified, the recall was related to NHTSA campaign number: 09v183000 (suspension). The approximate failure mileage was 91,700. Rw.
The NHTSA campaign number is 09v183000 and the component is suspension. I was told that the recall portion for my vehicle was performed but only as an inspection by glassman kia, southfield michigan, in July 2009. I experienced the actual corrosion of the front sub-frame but thank god I did not have a crash. I am told by kmc that there is a possibility they may not fix the car. I have an appointment at glassman tomorrow, July 17, 2014.
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.