Speed Control Cable problems of the 2013 Kia Motor Optima Hybrid

One problem related to speed control cable has been reported for the 2013 Kia Motor Optima Hybrid. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2013 Kia Motor Optima Hybrid based on all problems reported for the 2013 Optima Hybrid.

1 Speed Control Cable problem

Failure Date: 05/29/2014

This hybrid has a very dangerous hesitation on driver's request for any significant acceleration. Regardless of if the car is stationary or at speed a request for any sudden acceleration is met by a very significant hesitation before any noticable response is made. That is for all speeds and conditions. This both with the "eco" function engaged or disengaged. That is not safe.


Other Vehicle Speed Control related problems of the 2013 Kia Motor Optima Hybrid

Vehicle Speed Control problems
2
Cruise Control problems
2
Speed Control Cable problems
1


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