| Issue ID | 820741 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10359191 |
| Manufacurer | KIA MOTORS CORPORATION |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | OPTIMA |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 01/10/10 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2005 kia optima drivers door lock malfunctions. Door will not open from inside or out. This is a serious safety hazard. There are many internet reports and complaints about this issue. Kia will not recall or take care of this issue. Nhtsa do something about it! |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 45409 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SCHOFIELD, WI |
| VIN pattern | KNAGD128355XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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