Issue ID | 1187728 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10722507 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 11/05/13 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | At 20000 miles my fog lights would not work , the weird put the directional signal to turn right they would come on for a short time, replaced bulbs nothing they don't work. Also had to replace brakes and the tires, tire brand are junk, poorly made they were beyond the limit for safty, then at 40000 miles both front wheel bearings had to be replaced, now at 78000 miles the struts are making a horrible clanking and the ac is blowing hot air even after 2 cans of the stuff the mechanic said to add. I travel on the highway to work 36 miles one way daily hense the milage but the high way is smooth as well. Very disappointed kia owner, when called to ask about the fog lights was told your problem so im sure the struts will be and the ac will also be my problem . Sadly thought they would back up there product |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 20000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | DALTON, NH |
VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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