Issue ID | 1435061 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11056880 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 27/12/17 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Since i got the car in may of 2016, it has made a clicking sound when i turn the wheel. As time has gone on the sound is getting louder. I have seen a number of videos regarding this issue. I believe it is suggested for the part to be replaced. I believe this is a safety issue. |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | EL SOBRANTE, CA |
VIN pattern | 5XXGR4A68CGXXXXXX |
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 | 5 |
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