| Issue ID | 1709678 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11378500 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | OPTIMA |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 01/09/20 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 kia optima. The contact stated that while driving, there was play in the steering wheel causing the steering wheel to feel loose while driving over bumpy roads. There was also a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was not responding properly to the movement of the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independnent mechanic who was not able to duplicate the issue without referring the vehicle to the dealer. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not covered since there was no recall and the warranty had expired. They also said the issue might be with a coupling pin in the steering system. The dealer kia of huntington (1720 e. Jericho turnpike, huntington station, ny 11743, (631) 546-0200) was contacted and an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 36,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 36000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | HUNTINGTON, NY |
| VIN pattern | 5XXGR4A65DGXXXXXX |
| 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 | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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