Suspension Problems of Kia Motor Optima - part 1

Pep boys told me in panama city that this is a recall for kia and it's a safety issue and my steering is loose I'm taking it to kia on may 28th to get them to fix it.

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I noticed my oil was not staying in the engine. Oil has been changed but seems not to retain. The car stalled out on February 2nd and would not restart. I believe it is seized. Noticed a very new and recent shake during braking days before it stalled. The fuel seems to show like 42 miles to go until empty but run out , I guess fuel pump or fuel float. Also a fuel smell. Also the digital service option does not work never a check engine light or anything . I've read many things by others who own same vehicle and had same issues. I purchased this car in August/September. I feel the dealer may have known of these issues and still sold the car. Please help me figure out how to address these issues to get it fixed.

While driving on the roadway, I was almost to a four way intersection, as I was going to get into the left turn lane, I turned the steering wheel slightly to the left as the steering wheel turned but the car almost did little adjusting to turn into the left turn lane. As this occurred you could here a noise underneath the vehicle . As I wasn't sure exactly what had happened, I attempted to limp the vehicle down the road to a friend's. As I did the steering got worse and as I could nearly stear the vehicle something was in the road which because of the steering I couldn't avoid it as it was late at night and raining and I ran over something that gave me a flat on the passenger side front tire . I got to my friends drive a few feet away and almost didn't get it pulled in because of the steering. As I took a look at my car, I noticed that two bolts on the driver side on the rack and pinion were almost about to fall out, two ball joints were bent and one nut was completely missing from the lower ball joint, as well as the sway bar was out of place and if I would have been driving down the highway, I do belive I would have wrecked.

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Had some noise coming from the front of the car, had my mechanic look at it, he said we needed a control arm. When he took off the cover to replace the control arm, he found the sub frame had rotten and was cracking. As I looked online, I saw that kia had a recall for this issue. When I contacted kia, their response was "as my car is not under warranty, they are not required to repair the car" the car in question has 70, 558 miles on it. We are the 2nd owner.

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Complaint summary: I am the current owner of a 2014 kia Optima, which is affected by recall 23v652 related to the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu). The vehicle was imported to the uae, and the recall was not addressed by the previous owner. As a result, I am now facing significant safety issues. Since taking ownership, I have encountered multiple engine problems, including sudden power loss, severe vibrations, and abnormal behavior from the throttle. These symptoms align with the issues outlined in the recall notice, indicating that the vehicle may pose a safety risk to me and other road users. Despite my efforts to diagnose the problems, I have already incurred costs exceeding 13 aed on various repairs and diagnostic services, all while being unaware of the existing recall. It was only recently that I discovered the recall information online, which has heightened my concern regarding the safety of my vehicle and the potential for further complications. Given these circumstances, I am requesting assistance from the NHTSA in resolving this recall issue and guidance on how to proceed with the necessary repairs while the vehicle is registered under my name in the uae. It is crucial for me to ensure the safety of my vehicle for my own protection and for the safety of others on the road. I appreciate your attention to this urgent matter and look forward to any support you can provide. Please let me know if further information or documentation is needed thanks alot.

After getting hecu recall done , it has caused issues with the hecu module to where the brake lights no longer work and the esc light comes on the cluster panel. Up on reading the code c2130, it says brake lamp relay error. Mind you that my car was in working order before this recall was even done. This a huge safety issue not having your brake lights work. I can get rear-ended and I have kids in the car. This has been a issue since July when I got the recall done and kia has yet to find a fix for this matter.

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Coming to a stop and breaks go to floor u will freak out this happens in 2 different times.

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After 131,500 miles, struts, rotors and pads wore out. Lower ball joint and control arm also wore out, no injuries or accident.

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I purchased my 2018 kia Optima directly from the dealership, brand new. I've had the vehicle since then and have followed all of the warranty guidelines and only went to them for oil changes & other maintenance issues. Since February 2023 I've noticed where I've been having oil loss, but no sign of an oil leak. When I first noticed this, I would take a turn and my oil light would come on. I'd check the oil and it'd be low so I would refill my oil. However, this was happening 2 months after my last oil change which wasn't normal. I took the vehicle to kia and they did an "engine consumption test" where I had to drive for 1000 miles with a seal on the drain plug. After the 1000 miles, I came back and I was only 1/2 quart low. According to kia it didn't meet the guidelines for engine replacement so they topped off my oil and I left. About 2 weeks after, my oil light came back on. I went back to kia and spoke with the shop manager who stated I was 3 1/2 quarts low! he added oil to my engine and we did another round of the consumption test. When I came back in after that, I was 2 quarts low so that meant I qualified for a "consumption cleaning". They kept my vehicle overnight & I had to drive another 1000 miles. When I came in after my 1000 miles again I was only 1/2 quart low and therefore kia said there wasn't an issue. I've reached out to multiple auto repair shops who state it is a kia problem, that the engine is using it and processing it out of the exhaust. I don't know what else I have to do in order for kia to honor the 20 year, 200k warranty. I have all documentation for all of my oil changes and from the consumption tests also.

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Dear national highway transportation safety administration, I am writing to bring to your attention a grave safety concern regarding my 2019 kia Optima sx. Despite diligent maintenance and care, my vehicle has experienced persistent alignment issues, particularly on the right side. Additionally, I have encountered premature axle shaft and axle boot failures, all of which have occurred well before reaching 60,000 miles. These issues have not only posed a significant financial burden but have also jeopardized the safety of myself and other road users. The repeated alignment problems have resulted in the rapid deterioration of tires, leading to baldness within a month of replacement, creating a hazardous driving condition and increasing the risk of accidents. The premature failure of axle shafts and boots is unacceptable for a vehicle of this age and mileage. Such failures not only compromise the vehicle’s performance but also raise serious concerns about the overall quality and safety standards of the kia Optima sx. I urge the national highway transportation safety administration to conduct a thorough investigation into these recurring issues affecting the 2019 kia Optima sx model. Immediate action is necessary to ensure the safety of consumers and to hold kia accountable for any design or manufacturing defects contributing to these alarming problems. Your swift attention to this matter is crucial in preventing potential accidents and ensuring the well-being of motorists nationwide.

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The contact owns a 2002 kia Optima. The contact stated that after he replaced all four tires, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an alignment; however, the mechanic was unable to perform an alignment due to the subframe corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 09v183000 (suspension) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.

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I bought my car in 2008 a kia Optima lx I stored it till 2021. But in 2013 I took my car to el paso TX. And I felt that beer to the side and stored it again in a garage toil this it's only got 6000 miles can it still qualify for a recall.

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Vehicle has engine failure at 156600mi. Bearings and axle are worn out which caused the engine to go into limp mode (code p1326). Car is accelerating poorly and does not oprate over 60mph. Vehicle required a new engine. Dutch miller of charlotte kia, 7725 south blvd, charlotte, nc ensured that engine would be brand new. However, the engine was used, and obtained at lkq costing $3600. Total cost for the engine and labor totalled $5117. 18. Kia also confirmed the problematic suspension which led to the engine failure was fixed. Once again this obligation was not met.

I was repairing brakelines, while observing under carriage I noticed suspension rust, frame. Looked up recalls and this is one. I included screenshot of proog.

My car is consuming major oil. I am having to put at minimum 3 to 4 quarts of oil every 3 days. I am having major loss of power. My car has oil fouled far too many spark plugs. In the last 3 months, I have had to replace the spark plugs three separate times. Within the last 3 weeks I have replaced the following: 1. Ignition coils 2. Valve cover gasket 3. Pcv valve 4. 2 separate sets of spark plugs and 1 singular spark plug for cylinder #4. My car is having a major oil consumption problem and the performance has been severely affected.

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The contact owns a 2013 kia Optima. The contact stated that a warning light indicating that the hydraulic assembly power unit needed to be serviced. The contact took the vehicle to kia of cerritos (18201 studebaker rd, cerritos, CA 90703; (562) 860-2424) and was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was 97,125.

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We were traveling at around 55-60 miles an hour and were t-bones by a chevy avalanche on the passenger side of the vehicle. I was in the front passenger seat and my husband swerved so the truck luckily started at my door and completely ripped and smashed in the back passenger door and back/ trunk of our Optima. Back wheel is completely turned out. Hit so hard it completely turned us in 2 circles and busted my front license plate and it hit absolutely nothing. I busted my head open and received 3 staples and knee shoved in dash but not 1 air bag in this vehicle deployed!! I have always owned a kia!! I will no longer purchase a kia because I do not feel safe!!.

Driving at highway speeds the car has very tight steering and car drifts all over lane. I am always making corrections. Feel like rack and pinion is failing. Car only has 31,000 miles on it.

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I went to start my car which was on August 24, 2020 and it was making a very very loud noise I couldn't move it so I had it towed over to a mechanic who discovered that the engine in fact has been blown are the block has been blown so the engine is no good and needs to be replaced I am way and there was no warning on my vehicle and with also no notification of oil was low or no oil in my car whatsoever there was a metal shavings in the oil pan the mechanic discovered and it there's no leaks in the car at all and so now I pay payments for a car and somebody else to take me around to work every day for months on months andpayments for a car that sits in my driveway broken down and the dealership here kia will not they fix my car they refuse to because of a disagreement prior to this I am on anything about my car they will not do I am actually the one who discovered there was a recall in the vehicle since February and nobody has told me and everybody has failed to mention this or contact me.

Car turn off in the freeway with check engine light on.

The kia Optima 2011 motor no longer works and smoke keeps coming out when it's on and turned off after driving from the exhaust on the drivers side. The accelerator pedal gets stuck and doesn't seem to want to make the change in transmission. I took the car to two different mechanics and both of them come out with the same diagnose. Was told that the car is a recalled car because it is to soon for the motor to be shutting down since it only has 81,000 miles and it's not an old car. The suspension is also not in properly.

When I am driving more than 65 mph, my steering wheel shakes for 3 seconds, stops, and then continues until I go under 65 mph. When I drive over a bump or object, it shakes as well. There is a loud clicking when turn the wheel left or right.

When I'm driving at any speed and on any surface driving over the slightest bump the steering wheel makes a clanking sound also the car is pulling to the right my front tires are wearing out on the upperoutside of the tire the part of tire that touches the road . I have looked on web to see if anyone else has had a issue with this what I found was that it may be the steering coupler. It's getting worse I'm afraid it's not going to turn one of these days because of whats going on.

18v363 17220 it has made a loud clanking/knocking noise. It stalled then completly died once I got off the main highway and wouldnt crank again. It uses an awful lot of oil. Upon first oil change it had shards of metal in it. The place I got the vehicle from says they put new motor in it among other things but I havent seen in change in things other than it doesnt smoke under the hood while idling.

I'll start with the windows. Prior to covid my right rear passenger window motor and regulator went out. Citrus kia fixed it. Right after covid was announced my front right passenger window went out and I couldnt get my car in. 2 weeks later my front left driver window went out. When I finally got my car in they told me I was 200 miles over on my warranty to fix it. I havent had the use of either of my front windows for months. They dropped randomly going down the road. If I dont leave something wedged in the window they drop so far I have to use duct tape to adhere to it and pull up enough to grab it. Its definitely a safety issue that I cannot use my windows. And I dont know what is going on with the drive train , axle and suspension but I am eating through brand new tires every couple months. The dealership blamed it on me and seriously asked me if I was jumping curbs. I have had so many issues with this car since the motor got replaced. Not to mention my heat doesnt work unless its in defrost mode. The dealership knows about all these ongoing issues. Karen is my service advisor. I even tried to trade my car in with them and they turned it down. This car is falling apart and I am only one month away from having it for 4 years. I am the only owner it has had.

The air bag just came on a couple days ago . It hasn't been in an accident or anything. The suspension is rough when driving over the smallest thing in the road. Sometimes it just makes a little jump when it tasked gas.

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Power train; shift lock specifically: had to use the release control more than once. While driving when it happens, I feel a surge/ decline in acceleration(something I requested be checked a year and a half ago, but kia said they could not recreate my description). Continues to drive but sluggish to accelerate. Once I put into "park" I cannot get it out of park except to use release. It did reset(?) when I turned the car off. Suspension; first few months of owning the car I periodically heard a creak in rear suspension here and there when backing out of driveway/gutter slope. Have noticed an increased creaking and more bounce while driving over time but have not even owned car more than 2 years.

Steering column coupler.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2003 kia Optima lx. The contact stated that he had noticed that his vehicle was out of alignment. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where he was informed that an alignment could not be performed because the sub frame was broken. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign number: 09v183000(suspension); however, when he called the dealer(bob rohrman kia 801 sagamore pkwy s, lafayette, in 47905 765-746-7301), the contact was informed that the recall had already been completed. The manufacturer was then notified of the failure and informed him that they could not assist him due to the fact the recall had been completed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 168,531. Jo.

While on my way to pick up my daughter from school at around between 1 and 2 oclock pm I was stopped at a 4 way stop at GA hwy 225 in springplace , as I proceeded through the 4 way while in motion I hear and feel a sudden jolt to my vehicle and I skid to a stop thank god it had just went through the stop sign and did not gain any speed. I exited the vehicle and glanced underneath thinking that I had hit something, instead I noticed that my motor and transmission where no longer connected to my vehicle on the driver side but they where laying almost on the ground. I had to call a tow truck to have my car towed home and make arrangements for my daughter. My vehicle was one on the list that had a recall on the motor the replacement motor was installed around March of 2017. It has not showed any signs of trouble until this.

I rented a vehicle from fair/uber under a California promotion. In the understanding the vehicle was uber ready. Three weeks into using the car squeezing brakes let me to the authorised shop for maintanence. It was inspected and what was found made this vehicle unsafe. I could not use it for its purpose. To drive it for uber. I have snap shots of the condition of the brakes and rotors. The shocks or struts are also shot and the coolant resivior was close to empty. The two front tires also were recomended to be replaced as they were cupping. This vehicle had not been inspected prior to there releasing it to me for any safety issues prior and when the invoice was sent to donlen, 3 times, which took a whole day, was fully denied. Refusal to correct this safety issue. This car is still in this condition. It was removed from pep boys on mission george by myself. The next day at 5:06 pm I received an email from fair suggesting I take it to another approved shop. I realised that this was not my duty or my problem. I could just return the vehicle. I was I am done with this company. It was going to be a 3 day job in the shop. And fair told me repeatedly that they had no ability to prevent me from having to pay for the week it was disabled. Obsurd. I'll attach specs and pics. Thank you.

Making a nocking noise on the steering wheel.

Windshield wipers smoking after fuse changed not working causing burning smell from wheel reported at 75000 miles at 115000 day out of warranty. . If my airbag or car catch on fire due to this issue I am coming for kia.

After having work done on the last recall, I noticed there is a rattling near the steering wheel on every bump in the road I hit. It doesn't matter how big or small. The steering wheel shakes and the rattling has since then gotten louder and worse. I fear there is something loose either within the steering wheel and components or the bars underneath. I cannot seem to find exactly what it is but its on the front driver side of the car. It is only happening while the vehicle is in motion.