Issue ID | 1709750 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11378544 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 08/12/20 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Lowbeams seem weak/dim. Research showed via kia"2011-2013 my optima/optima hybrid headlamp assembly new vehicle limited warranty extension" that the reflector in the low beam headlamp housing may deteriorate over time, resulting in a gradual dimming of the low beam headlamp. Unfortunately, it only pertains to vehicles manufactured in korea. My vehicle was assembled in georgia, but i believe the headlight housing is the same for both locations. Bottom line, my low beams have the same issue and driving at night is unsafe due to the limited visibility. I personally completed the procedure's inspection as outlined in the tsb (attached) and determined my vehicle has this problem, but since mine was assembled in georgia they won |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | PALM HARBOR, FL |
VIN pattern | 5XXGN4A64CGXXXXXX |
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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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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