| Issue ID | 1706046 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11375951 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | OPTIMA |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 22/10/20 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The electric power steering pump has a short going to the motor, which is a fire hazard. Also, you must move the wheel nonstop or it will lock up which could cause you to wreck and die. Very dangerous. At this point there is absolutely no power steering making it very hard to drive and steer. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | GREENSBURG, KY |
| VIN pattern | KNAGM4A75B5XXXXXX |
| 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 |
| 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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