Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2007 Kia Motor Optima.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension Control Arm problems | |
| Front Suspension problems | |
| Suspension problems |
Tl- the contact owns a 2007 kia Optima. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a pumping noise was present when driving on uneven pavement. While the vehicle was at the dealer for service the mechanic discovered that the rear left control arm had fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 89,000. Jft.
Kia Optima 2006. 5 from day of new car purchase in Dec 2006, car has had a front end problem that results in excessive noise, vibration, and a clunking sound when the vehicle strikes a series of bumps in the road. Dealer and other owners acknowledge this is typical of most vehicles in this model year. I am concerned that I could lose control if the condition deteriorates further while traveling at highway speeds. Dealer did replace the front struts a month after the vehicle was purchased, but the condition persists. Vehicle now has 12000 miles on the odometer.
The air bag just came on a couple days ago . It hasn't been in an accident or anything. The suspension is rough when driving over the smallest thing in the road. Sometimes it just makes a little jump when it tasked gas.