Steering Related Problems of the 2014 Kia Motor Optima

Table 1 shows seven common steering related problems of the 2014 Kia Motor Optima. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (77 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (six problems).


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2014 Kia Motor Optima

The Steering problem

The contact owns a 2014 kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the steering wheel was loose while turning. Additionally, the contact stated that on approximately three occasions while in reverse(r), the steering wheel locked up.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

While driving and rotating the steering wheel left ot lright there is a "clunking" noise. The service rep at kia stated that this is a steering column coupler. While driving there are certain points where the stering wheel shakes turning and hitting little deviation on the highway.   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

The contact owns a 2014 kia Optima. While driving various speeds, the power steering failed without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 300.   Read details...


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