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2001-2004 Kia Optima recall: front

Kia Motors Corporation reported this safety recall on May 27, 2009. It covers about 36,538 vehicles.

vehicles affected
36,538
reported
May 27, 2009
owners notified
Jun 16, 2009
related complaints
77

Suspension: front

What is wrong
Kia motors corporation (kmc) is recalling 36,538 model year 2001-2004 optima vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Road salt applied in these states during the winter months may result in progressive, internal corrosion of the front subframe. Over time, such subframe corrosion near the connection to the lower control arm can lead to wheel misalignment and/or other noticeable stress in steering, or accelerated abnormal tire wear.
Risk
Corrosion of the front subframe could lead to separation, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Kmc will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2009. Owners may contact kia's consumer assistance center at 1‑800‑333‑4542.

Recall number 09V183000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 77 complaints about suspension problems.

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Questions about recall 09V183000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2004 Kia Optima front?

Yes. Recall 09V183000, reported on May 27, 2009, covers about 36,538 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V183000?

Kmc will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 15, 2009. Owners may contact kia's consumer assistance center at 1‑800‑333‑4542.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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