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 (76 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (six problems).
While driving kia Optima, unable to turn steering wheel. No notice when first starting vehicle. While driving, a traction and steering wheel light turns on without a sound(ding) to notify driver. Then once driver attempts to turn, unable due to steering wheel locked. Unsafe to drive on the road. Read details...
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 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...