Issue ID | 1420051 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11042007 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 07/08/17 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | When turning the steering wheel just slightly and going either way it makes this small slipping or clunking noise and i am concerned about safety of the steering. Happens in motion when turning even slightly and either direction and when it is stationary. City street, highway, freeway, backing up, going forward and turning. And it has happened now for approximately 2 - 3 months. I am told by internet that it may be flex coupling in steering. I am not mechanic. Still happening. On-going. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 62000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | VAN NUYS, CA |
VIN pattern | 5XXGN4A73CGXXXXXX |
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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Vehicle speed | 10 |
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