Issue ID | 1506112 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11141309 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2016 |
File date | 17/10/18 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia optima. While driving 15 mph, the steering wheel became loose and the traction control and power steering warning indicators illuminated. The contact also mentioned that when turning left or right, a clicking noise was detected. In addition, the steering wheel would only allow the contact to turn approximately one inch to the left or right, and the steering wheel eventually seized. The vehicle was taken to south shore kia (1128 sunrise hwy, copiague, ny 11726, (631) 991-3910) where the contact was informed that the computer needed to be reset. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 2,843. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 2843 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | MASSAPEQUA PARK, NY |
VIN pattern | 5XXGT4L37GGXXXXXX |
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 | 15 |
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