Two problems related to suspension noise have been reported for the 2006 Kia Motor Optima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the 2006 Optima.
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 Tires have been replaced by kumho tire manufacture, but still have the same problem.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. I have been requesting help from dealer since I bought the car. The tire pressure monitoring system light is always going on no matter if I have less air or more air in the tires, its become a real problem.
Immediately after purchasing my 2006 kia Optima, I noticed a distinct "clunking" sound emanating from the front suspension every time I encountered a sharp bump in the road. I complained to the dealer on several occasions and was told that "they are all like that. " I do not consider this a satisfactory response.
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