Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2006 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension noise (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension Control Arm problems | |
| Suspension Noise problems | |
| Suspension problems |
Rear lower control arm rusted through and broke in half causing it to drag on the ground and the tire to push outward Read details...
Front suspension rattles, bounces not absorbing bumps and road well for a new car. Tires sound hollow over bumps, and ping also. Tires have been replaced by kumho tire manufacture, but still have the same problem. Dealer says there is no problem with the front end of the car. Read details...
Oh rear lower swing arm supporting the spring broke letting the spring come out of position and letting the wheel tilt as if flat. The lower arm had rusted in two allowing this to happen. Read details...