| Id | Vehicle Make | Vehicle Model | Model Year | Complaint Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 007125556 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | On november 3, 2007 my wife and daughter brought our 2001 kia optima to atlantic kia in lindenhurst ny for an oil change and wheel alignment. after |
| 007125555 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | On november 3, 2007 my wife and daughter brought our 2001 kia optima to atlantic kia in lindenhurst ny for an oil change and wheel alignment. after |
| 007103236 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Input and output speed sensor failure. failure of sensors cause transmission to drop from 4th gear to 3rd gear. from there transmission can only shift |
| 007101347 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I have safety concerns regarding this vehicle. i was driving on the highway when engine dropped into 3rd gear and wouldn't get out of it. i had it |
| 006090160 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I purchased my car in 2001 new. i had many problems since then. the alternator and axles had to be replaced in 2005. the locks are malfunctioned. they |
| 006085755 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Dt*: the contact stated the airbag light illuminated. there was a nhtsa recall, # 01v156000, regarding the airbags. the vehicle was not included in |
| 005080908 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Just put my 2 yr old daughter in her car seat, loaded the groceries into the car along with my purse and keys. shut the door. doors locked |
| 006073953 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When i first brought the car and drove it, the lights became dim in the inside and the headlights. the radio turned off and on, took it to dealer 4-5 |
| 006073952 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When i first brought the car and drove it, the lights became dim in the inside and the headlights. the radio turned off and on, took it to dealer 4-5 |
| 006073951 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When i first brought the car and drove it, the lights became dim in the inside and the headlights. the radio turned off and on, took it to dealer 4-5 |
| 006073950 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When i first brought the car and drove it, the lights became dim in the inside and the headlights. the radio turned off and on, took it to dealer 4-5 |
| 006073949 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When i first brought the car and drove it, the lights became dim in the inside and the headlights. the radio turned off and on, took it to dealer 4-5 |
| 006073948 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When i first brought the car and drove it, the lights became dim in the inside and the headlights. the radio turned off and on, took it to dealer 4-5 |
| 006073947 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When i first brought the car and drove it, the lights became dim in the inside and the headlights. the radio turned off and on, took it to dealer 4-5 |
| 005069679 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Dt*: the contact stated the air bag light continuously illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealers agreed to replace the air bags |
| 006068961 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Air bag light came on while driving & would go out repeatedly. when i called the kia 800 number was told probably nothing. but you might want to |
| 006061185 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was involved in a crash at 15 mph and the front air bags did not deploy. however, the contact suffered no |
| 006056332 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 mph all the lights on the dashboard illuminated and the engine stalled. the vehicle was towed to the |
| 005051058 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | The air bag light came on in the vehicle and i took it in for regular maintenance, i was told that it would cost me 500.00 dollars to repair the |
| 002045535 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Dt: the contact stated the srs warning light stayed on. the dealership replaced the air bag module, clock spring, air bag harness campaign, air bag |
| 001037589 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Dt: the front passenger side door will not unlock from the inside or the outside. the key does not always work. also the remote is not able to |
| 001037588 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Dt: the front passenger side door will not unlock from the inside or the outside. the key does not always work. also the remote is not able to |
| 005025645 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Dt: consumer purchased vehicle in february , 2005 and the brakes squealed when vehicle was bought. consumer took vehicle to dealer and had some repair |
| 002025572 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | 03/06/02 purchased a optima kia 2001, still under warranty until 2/6/06. problems with airbag, engine, and locks from the date of the purchase of this |
| 002025570 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | 03/06/02 purchased a optima kia 2001, still under warranty until 2/6/06. problems with airbag, engine, and locks from the date of the purchase of this |
| 004010204 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Driver noticed that the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic |
| 004010203 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Driver noticed that the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic |
| 002005216 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR DID NOT LOCK AND THE TIMING BELT AND TENSIONER WAS REPLACED TWICE. *SC *TC *JB |
| 002005215 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR DID NOT LOCK AND THE TIMING BELT AND TENSIONER WAS REPLACED TWICE. *SC *TC *JB |
| 004313152 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving 15 - 20 mph vehicle just quit in its track. consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer, where consumer was told that this vehicle |
| 001303431 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle stalled intermittently while driving from 20 mph. vehicle would restart within a few minutes. vehicle was taken to the dealer on 3 separate |
| 002301652 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002301651 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002301650 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002301649 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002301648 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002301647 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002301646 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002301645 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002301644 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I was involved in a crash on nov 02. i was broadsided by a truck (f150 type veh.) in an intersection. as a result, my roof bowed and the entire |
| 002299927 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving at night, the headlights would dim whenever the a/c or the heater was turned on. the dealer/manufacturer both agreed that was the normal |
| 004279134 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving at any speed, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard intermittently. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for |
| 004279133 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving at any speed, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard intermittently. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for |
| 004279132 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving at any speed, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard intermittently. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for |
| 004279131 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving at any speed, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard intermittently. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for |
| 004279130 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving at any speed, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard intermittently. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for |
| 003275948 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I don't have the exact dates of these repairs as my car is at the dealership right now being looked at again and i am going to get a history when i |
| 003275947 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I don't have the exact dates of these repairs as my car is at the dealership right now being looked at again and i am going to get a history when i |
| 003275946 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I don't have the exact dates of these repairs as my car is at the dealership right now being looked at again and i am going to get a history when i |
| 003275945 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I don't have the exact dates of these repairs as my car is at the dealership right now being looked at again and i am going to get a history when i |
| 003275944 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I don't have the exact dates of these repairs as my car is at the dealership right now being looked at again and i am going to get a history when i |
| 004271727 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | CRANKSHAFT SENSOR FAILED. AS A RESULT, ENGINE STALLED. A RECALL WAS ISSUED. HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK |
| 004268459 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle stalled 3 times while driving on the highway. vehicle was towed to a dealership, who indicated that the timing belt disintegrated, and the |
| 004268369 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A lady pulled out in front of me to make a left turn, i tried to stop, but i couldn't, i hit her @ 20 mph, my front bumper, dead center into her left |
| 003265205 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Driving and car just died with no warning. engine is seized. getting a hard time from dealership because we do our own maintenance. rep approved |
| 003262122 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | The air bag light came on. the consumer was informed if the air bag light was on the air bags would not deploy. the consumer experienced problems with |
| 003262121 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | The air bag light came on. the consumer was informed if the air bag light was on the air bags would not deploy. the consumer experienced problems with |
| 003262120 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | The air bag light came on. the consumer was informed if the air bag light was on the air bags would not deploy. the consumer experienced problems with |
| 003262119 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | The air bag light came on. the consumer was informed if the air bag light was on the air bags would not deploy. the consumer experienced problems with |
| 003262118 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | The air bag light came on. the consumer was informed if the air bag light was on the air bags would not deploy. the consumer experienced problems with |
| 003252729 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While turning left at 3 mph the vehicle was involved in a side impact collision. none of the four air bag deployed. the air bag light was not |
| 003245599 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Power lock doors failed, which twice trapped the driver inside the vehicle. i had to restart the engine, rolled down the power window, take the key |
| 002241575 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Approximately 2 months after purchase, the gas dial would not read full even when the tank was practically overflowing with gas. took to the dealer |
| 003239758 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving about 55 mph on the highway and without warning consumer's vehicle suddenly accelerated up to 75 mph or more, resulting in a |
| 003239278 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | 2001 kia optima with approximately 57,000 miles has been regularly maintained at kia dealerships since purchase in jan 2002 (used). since june 2003 |
| 0000237457 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Problems with battery, alternator and electrical systems.*mr consumer had numerous failures and repairs and the results didn't work. once the |
| 0000237456 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Problems with battery, alternator and electrical systems.*mr consumer had numerous failures and repairs and the results didn't work. once the |
| 002231345 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Windshield wipers do not work in snow must be repaired ofter .windows regulators need to be replaced however dealer that is suppose to fix these |
| 003226464 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS FAILED TWO TIMES IN THE LAST WEEK. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK |
| 001224159 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle transmission slips while driving.*mr the air condition, auto check light and automatic door locks do not remain unlocked trapping the driver.* |
| 001224158 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle transmission slips while driving.*mr the air condition, auto check light and automatic door locks do not remain unlocked trapping the driver.* |
| 001224157 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle transmission slips while driving.*mr the air condition, auto check light and automatic door locks do not remain unlocked trapping the driver.* |
| 002222967 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. car |
| 002222966 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. car |
| 002222965 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. car |
| 002219687 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I've taken my 2001 kia optima into the shop going at least 6 times. my brakes are a problem. they squeak and my front end vibrates. the dealer, |
| 003219390 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | My 2001 kia optima has become the modern age , this vehicle has a mind of it's own. the power locks shuts open and locks on it's own, the vehicle is |
| 002213523 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When the brakes are applied, the rear brakes have been squealing like nothing i have ever heard. brakes were checked out at a local brake shop and |
| 003209561 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB |
| 0000203181 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START, THE DEALER REPLACED THE BATTERY, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM RECURRED.*JB |
| 0000203180 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START, THE DEALER REPLACED THE BATTERY, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM RECURRED.*JB |
| 003201306 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE.*JB |
| 997199359 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Auto; kia; optima ...................time and chain ,gear wears out ,due to cold weather, loosing brakes and steering when the motor stops running , |
| 001196751 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | My vehicle has spent more than 35 days in a kia authorized dealership including transmission repairs since the date of purchase. i have carried the |
| 002196015 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I have had a ongoing problem with the premature wearing of the front brake pads. this problem causes vibrating and pulsation when applying pressure to |
| 003195387 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Nhtsa#14716-02-v-040-000: kia/crankshaft position sensor. consumer states while driving the vehicle at 55mph engine stall, brake and steering wheel |
| 0000189972 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Consumer state while traveling at 40 mph in result of rear ending another vehicle driver side seat belt did not hold consumer in seat in result of |
| 001182225 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Ongoing problem with premature wear of front brake rotors and pads, causeing problem with pulsating and vibration when brakes are applied. dealer has |
| 002178409 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | WHILE APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM WHEELS. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AKI |
| 001154329 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Power door locks would lock and unlock by themselves trapping the driver. the engine would stall. both would occur intermittently/simutaneously. |
| 002098390 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | During spring/2002 noticed hesitation of car during attempts to pass other cars on the highway. hesitation/delay worsened over the next few weeks. |
| 0000093905 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c condensation build up on the inside of car had at dealer 2 times before they fixed .#2 replaced right headlight 4 times in1 1/2 yr no finger on |
| 0000093904 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c condensation build up on the inside of car had at dealer 2 times before they fixed .#2 replaced right headlight 4 times in1 1/2 yr no finger on |
| 0000093902 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c condensation build up on the inside of car had at dealer 2 times before they fixed .#2 replaced right headlight 4 times in1 1/2 yr no finger on |
| 002092772 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c system takes 15 minutes to start blowing cold air and even then air is not as cold as it should be. i haven taken to two kia dealerships and both |
| 002025571 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | 03/06/02 purchased a optima kia 2001, still under warranty until 2/6/06. problems with airbag, engine, and locks from the date of the purchase of this |
| 0000184720 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Consumer noticed rpms changing while set on one speed. soon after vehicle would surge. dealer has been contacted, and technician noticed that computer |
| 0000184719 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Consumer noticed rpms changing while set on one speed. soon after vehicle would surge. dealer has been contacted, and technician noticed that computer |
| 0000152491 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Was driving vehicle 75mph when front end locked up. transmission dropped to 2nd gear, and caused steering to lock up. vehicle had started to skid. |
| 001224644 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle transmission slips while driving.*mr the air condition, auto check light and automatic door locks do not remain unlocked trapping the driver.* |
| 001224643 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle transmission slips while driving.*mr the air condition, auto check light and automatic door locks do not remain unlocked trapping the driver.* |
| 001224642 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle transmission slips while driving.*mr the air condition, auto check light and automatic door locks do not remain unlocked trapping the driver.* |
| 002223452 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. car |
| 002223451 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. car |
| 002223450 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. car |
| 002223449 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. car |
| 002222964 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicles electrical system continues to fail along with nonworking lights, air conditioner, lock failure, battery and altrenator failure. car |
| 002220172 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I've taken my 2001 kia optima into the shop going at least 6 times. my brakes are a problem. they squeak and my front end vibrates. the dealer, |
| 002214005 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When the brakes are applied, the rear brakes have been squealing like nothing i have ever heard. brakes were checked out at a local brake shop and |
| 003210042 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB |
| 003210041 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB |
| 003209562 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB |
| 003204054 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE SEAT BELT WAS NOT LONG ENOUGH TO ACCOMMODATE WEIGHT, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED A SEAT BELT EXTENDER WAS NOT MADE FOR VEHICLE.*JB |
| 0000203653 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START, THE DEALER REPLACED THE BATTERY, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM RECURRED.*JB |
| 997199831 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Auto; kia; optima ...................time and chain ,gear wears out ,due to cold weather, loosing brakes and steering when the motor stops running , |
| 001197216 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | My vehicle has spent more than 35 days in a kia authorized dealership including transmission repairs since the date of purchase. i have carried the |
| 002196480 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | I have had a ongoing problem with the premature wearing of the front brake pads. this problem causes vibrating and pulsation when applying pressure to |
| 0000189982 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Consumer state while traveling at 40 mph in result of rear ending another vehicle consumer vehicle air bags did not deploy at any time. please provide |
| 002189375 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | The vehicle would down shift, and loose power while driving, the electrical system would operate intermittently. mr the transmission jumped out of |
| 002189374 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | The vehicle would down shift, and loose power while driving, the electrical system would operate intermittently. mr the transmission jumped out of |
| 002189073 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While making a right turn,vehicle was hit on the side. none of the air deployed upon impact. causing injuries to driver. please provide more |
| 002186228 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving at 40-50mph the vehicle hesitates and surge forward without warning. the dealer has inspected the vehicle and could not find the |
| 002186225 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable obstructing the driver's view. dealer has inspected the vehicle and could no correct the problem |
| 002186183 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving the vehicle and applied the brakes, the pedal goes to floor resulting in extended stopping. dealer replaced the brakes. consumer states |
| 002186173 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving the vehicle and applied the brakes, the pedal goes to floor resulting in extended stopping. dealer replaced the brakes. consumer states |
| 002184832 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicle was involved in an off centered collision that resulted in vehicle being totaled. none of the four air bags deployed, even after the |
| 002184822 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | This vehicle was involved in an off centered collision that resulted in vehicle being totaled. none of the four air bags deployed, even after the |
| 0000184729 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Consumer noticed rpms changing while set on one speed. soon after vehicle would surge. dealer has been contacted, and technician noticed that computer |
| 001182235 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Ongoing problem with premature wear of front brake rotors and pads, causeing problem with pulsating and vibration when brakes are applied. dealer has |
| 002182228 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | INSIDE TRUNK RELEASE WAS FAILING TO OPERATE. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND MADE REPAIRS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK |
| 002182226 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | BLOWER MOTOR STOPPED OPERATING, VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER ON TWO OCCASIONS BEFORE CORRECTION WAS MADE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK |
| 002182223 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Power locks on both doors would fail to operate. vehicle been to the dealer on three occasions, and problem stilloccurring. feel free to provide any |
| 002180406 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLE STALLED OUT WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*JB |
| 002179924 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | WHILE DRIVING ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN INTO CONSUMER'S VEHICLE AT 300-40 MPH HEAD-ON AND NONE OF THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.*AK |
| 002179914 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | WHILE DRIVING ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN INTO CONSUMER'S VEHICLE AT 300-40 MPH HEAD-ON AND NONE OF THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.*AK |
| 002179663 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving vehicle will die out due to alternator not producing enough power to charge battery, resulting in loss of power. contacted dealer. |
| 001154336 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Power door locks would lock and unlock by themselves trapping the driver. the engine would stall. both would occur intermittently/simutaneously. |
| 001154331 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | 01 v 156 000/side air bag wire harness: reporting dealer ( performance kia; nicholasville, ky; phone # 1-800/203-8445 or 859/887-4737) sold vehicle |
| 001154330 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Power door locks would lock and unlock by themselves trapping the driver. the engine would stall. both would occur intermittently/simutaneously. |
| 001152704 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | While driving 40-50 mph door locks engaged numerous times, then vehicle stalled. vehicle has been at dealer since then. safety theft protection lock |
| 001146801 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Power locking mechanism for doors operate erratically. consumer cannot unlock driver's side door without locking all of doors at the same time |
| 002098397 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | During spring/2002 noticed hesitation of car during attempts to pass other cars on the highway. hesitation/delay worsened over the next few weeks. |
| 002096548 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | Vehicle dies while driving, won't restart turn key and no response, dash light coe on but northing from starter, will restart after sitting a while, |
| 0000093912 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c condensation build up on the inside of car had at dealer 2 times before they fixed .#2 replaced right headlight 4 times in1 1/2 yr no finger on |
| 0000093910 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c condensation build up on the inside of car had at dealer 2 times before they fixed .#2 replaced right headlight 4 times in1 1/2 yr no finger on |
| 0000093911 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c condensation build up on the inside of car had at dealer 2 times before they fixed .#2 replaced right headlight 4 times in1 1/2 yr no finger on |
| 0000093909 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c condensation build up on the inside of car had at dealer 2 times before they fixed .#2 replaced right headlight 4 times in1 1/2 yr no finger on |
| 002092780 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When car is started after it has sat for extended amount of time and put in drive car hesitates and does not move when acclerator is pressed. have |
| 002092779 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | A/c system takes 15 minutes to start blowing cold air and even then air is not as cold as it should be. i haven taken to two kia dealerships and both |
| 002092773 | KIA | OPTIMA | 2001 | When car is started after it has sat for extended amount of time and put in drive car hesitates and does not move when acclerator is pressed. have |
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