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 (126 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (19 problems).
Steering flexible coupling was a recall over 10 years ago, it was replaced. The steering wheel “sticks” and it’s catching again and they will not do anything. I’m not happy that this is an ongoing problem and can be dangerous if it sticks at the wrong time! Read details...
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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...