Steering Related Problems of the 2009 Kia Motor Optima

Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2009 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering light on (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Kia Motor Optima


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2009 Kia Motor Optima

The Steering problem

After 131,500 miles, struts, rotors and pads wore out. Lower ball joint and control arm also wore out, no injuries or accident.   Read details...

The Power Steering Light On problem

My 2009 kia Optima was parked. When I put the key in, it would not turn the car on. The steering wheel would move slightly. The ignition switch and tumblers were not reading that the car was in park. I had the ignition switch replaced.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

Took 2009 kia to dealership, Tuesday, August 2, 2016 because of air bag illumination. Was told it was two things. The OCS mat in the passenger seat was defective and the clock spring assembly located in the steering column.   Read details...


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