Front Suspension Problems of Kia Motor Optima

Whinning in the front end, brakes are grabbing and and thumping in the front end when you hit a bump. Brakes grab and sometimes goes to the floor. And pulls to the left.

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2001 kia Optima. Consumer writes in regards to sub-frame recall. The consumer believed he was treated unfairly and charged exorbitant repair charges that should have been included in the recall. On October 25, 2012, as the consumer's girlfriend was driving the vehicle, the sub-frame collapsed. The vehicle was towed to the nearest repair facility, where it was determined the vehicle was not repairable. The vehicle was then towed to a kia dealership. The dealership agreed to replace the sub-frame, but they stated they would not repair any other damage caused as a result of the separation. The consumer was informed he would be responsible for the tow charges, plus an additional $1,100-$1,150 to repair other rusty areas under the vehicle. The consumer believed that any subsequent damages caused by the sub-frame corrosion and separation should be included in the recall repairs that were needed to make the vehicle road worthy.

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While driving in a neighborhood, my daughter heard a loud "pop" and then the car came to a stop and shuddered. I got there and did a quick look and I noticed the driver side inside cv joint had failed and was leaking the grease out of the boot. We towed it home and was able to jack the car up and get a better view of the area and noticed the lower arm of suspension had pulled from the rusted frame. Looks like the same thing is happening on the passenger side. I came in to look up parts needed and found the recall info #09v183000 that showed the same exact problem we have but doesn't include kansas??? I actually bought this in missouri, which is included??? I believe this should be covered. Please reply ASAP.

The contact owns a 2001 kia Optima. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph when the front passenger tire bent inward abnormally. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the sub-frame had caved in. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where they advised the contact that the vehicle would be repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 09v183000 (suspension:front). There was additional damage to the struts as a result of the failure but the dealer refused to perform any repairs outside of what was stated would be repaired in the recall. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure and the current mileages were approximately 90,000. The VIN was unavailable. Updated 02/09/lj.

The contact owns a 2001 kia Optima. The contact stated that when driving various speeds, the steering wheel would become hard to control, which caused the tires to wear prematurely. The contact called the manufacturer and was told that his vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 09v183000 (suspension:front). The contact stated that the reason the vehicle was not included was that virgina was not listed as a salt belt state, which the recall only pertainined to those vehicle that were located in salt belt states. The failure mileage was 210,000. Updated 06/01/lj.

The contact owns a 2001 kia Optima. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for routine maintenance when the contact was informed that the frame was severely rusted and corroded. The manufacturer was then notified and the contact was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 09v183000 (suspension:front). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 120,000. Updated 05/25/11.

My 2001 kia Optima with 102,350 miles started to pull to the right about 2 weeks ago. I took the car to a mechanic to have a wheel alignment, but the mechanic discovered that the sub frame has rusted badly. The bolts connecting the passenger wheel mount to the sub frame was loose due to the rust in the sub frame. Mechanic told me that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. I researched the problem and found the NHTSA campaign # 09v183000. I called kia and asked about the recall. Kia told me that my car did now qualify, because my VIN was not included in the recall database. Kia suggested that I take the car to the dealer to work some kind of repair agreement. I immediately took the car to the dealer and explained the situation. A day later, the dealer told me that they won't do anything for the obvious defect, because kia won't do anything. The estimate to repair the sub frame was $1300 and 5 business days at the dealer. I'm having the car repaired, because it is my sole mode of transportation. I'm angry and frustrated at kia and their dealers for not recognizing the recall. It looks like kia and their dealers will only act if NHTSA recall campaign 09v183000 is expanded to include my VIN. My VIN: [xxx] if you can, please add my VIN to the recall. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2002 kia Optima. While the vehicle was being serviced, the contact was informed that the front subframe had corroded. The contact called the manufacturer and referenced recall 09v183000 (suspension: front) but was told that the vehicle was not included. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 109,834.

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The contact owns 2001 kia Optima. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign id number: 09v183000, suspension: front was related to the corrosion on the front sub frame of his vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who sprayed an under coating on the bottom to cover the rust, corrosion and replaced the sub frame. After routine maintenance, he found the entire bottom of the vehicle including the fuel well covered with rust again. The vehicle was not taken back to the dealer. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 113,400.

The contact owns a 2001 kia optma. The front sub-frame rusted and cracked in half, and it collapsed the right front tire. He contacted the manufacturer. The manufacturer would not offer any assistance with the repairs, since the state of texas was not included in recall 09v183000, suspension front. The current and failure mileages were 113,000. Updated 05/07/10. Updated 09/14/10.

I have been refused the repair on my 2004 kia by no less than 3 dealerships about the rusting front end because of lack of rust proofing. It made the car undrivable 4 months ago and I have had no satisfaction. You are going after Toyota with both barrels yet you are leaving kia alone and I have had nothing but serious expenses and problems with this car since it was purchased brand new in 2004. I have made several attempts at contacting your office with negative replies. If I do not here from this agency in the near future concerning my issues I will contact the media and seek my restitution through the squeaky wheel getting the grease method and my attempts to have the government assist will be part of that discussion. Please put heat on kia to get aggressive with the recall repairs.

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Kia Optima 2006. 5 from day of new car purchase in Dec 2006, car has had a front end problem that results in excessive noise, vibration, and a clunking sound when the vehicle strikes a series of bumps in the road. Dealer and other owners acknowledge this is typical of most vehicles in this model year. I am concerned that I could lose control if the condition deteriorates further while traveling at highway speeds. Dealer did replace the front struts a month after the vehicle was purchased, but the condition persists. Vehicle now has 12000 miles on the odometer.

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The contact owns a 2003 kia Optima. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 09v183000 (suspension:front). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repair. The vehicle had to receive a wheel alignment in conjunction to the recall repair. The authorized dealer would not be financially responsible for the wheel alignment service. The manufacturer was notified, but there was no resolution. The vehicle was repaired at the consumers expense. The failure and current mileages were 132,818. Updated 8/7/09 updated 08/11/09.

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The contact owns a 2001 kia Optima. The contact stated that she received recall notice #09v183000, suspension, front. The contact has been waiting for over three weeks to have the vehicle repaired since the dealer stated that they had to service a large volume of vehicles. As a consequence, the safety hazard is still present. She notified the manufacturer and was not provided with any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 110,000.

Wheel misalignment and other noticeable stress in steering, or accelerated abnormal tire wear. Rattling noise coming from left front end area, not cv axle or strut.

Stock tires (on stock rims) rub against undercarriage until a band of cord are exposed and tires are considered to have failed (or potentially an accident results).

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The contact owns a 2001 kia Optima. The contact found NHTSA campaign id number 09v183000 (suspension:front) for his vehicle; however, the dealer will not honor it because he lives in virginia. The recall only pertains to certain states. He was informed that he would have to pay for a diagnostic to check to see if the symptoms were identical. The contact would also have to haul the vehicle in for repair. The entire driver's side of the vehicle is corroded. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle is currently at a repair shop and is not in driving condition. The failure and current mileages were unknown.

The contact owns a 2001 kia Optima. While attempting to make a turn around a bend at 45 mph, the contact overcorrected the turn. She turned the vehicle back in the other direction and overcorrected again. She was two feet from driving off the road. The vehicle was driven to a mechanic and it was discovered that the engine cradle was corroded and rotten in half. The current and failure mileages were 90,000.

2001 kia Optima subframe has a problem with corrosion. The consumer received a recall notice regarding corrosion of the subframe, however the consumer had already experienced the failure and tried to bring the problem to the attention of kia. The consumer stated she was almost in an accident, when the subframe rusted through and cracked. The subframe was being held by one bolt. The consumer paid for the repairs and is seeking reimbursement. Recall 09v183000.

Was driving vehicle 75mph when front end locked up. Transmission dropped to 2nd gear, and caused steering to lock up. Vehicle had started to skid. Nothing was hit when vehicle skidded. Took vehicle to dealership, and was informed by mechanic the safe mode sensor wire came loose.