Issue ID | 1708520 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11377728 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 01/12/20 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2014 kia optima. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, the traction control warning illuminated and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. An independent mechanic was contacted and referred the contact to nhtsa for assistance. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 154000 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | PURCELL, OK |
VIN pattern | 5XXGR4A61EGXXXXXX |
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 | 65 |
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