Steering Related Problems of the 2012 Kia Motor Optima

Table 1 shows twelve common steering related problems of the 2012 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (122 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (19 problems).


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2012 Kia Motor Optima

The Steering problem

The contact owns a 2012 kia Optima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal clicking sound while the steering wheel was vibrating. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the abnormal clicking sound was heard while making right turns.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

Steering column coupler   Read details...

The Steering Noise problem

My vehicle steering makes a loud noise when turning it. It happens when driving and while car is in park. I was told this happens with kia's(steering coupling) and should be a recall. I need to know if established as a recall so I can take to a dealer for repair because I do not want to continue   Read details...


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