Kia Motor Optima Hybrid owners have reported 17 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering noise (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Noise problems |
The contact owns a 2013 kia Optima Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel started shaking abnormally with a sound coming from the steering rack. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. Read details...
Inherently bad electronic power steering coupler. Broken wile still relatively low milage. Makes a very bad clunking noise when steering and going over bumps and causes steering wheel to wobble. Read details...