Kia has recently iussed a recall for their Optima sedan of the model years 2001-2004 and effects up to or over 36,538 vehicles.
Don’t fret yet as the recall only concerns vehicles sold in the following states:
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- New Hampsire
- New Jersey
- New York
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Rhose Island
- Vermont
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- District of Columbia
These states were singled out as they were all deemed to have a high rust threat level due to the use of road salt.
Anyways, the recall says that internal corrosion of the front subframe could lead to the connection of the lower control arm coming seperated which could lead to wheel misalinghtment, stress in steering or increased tire wear.
As always, Kia and the NHTSA say to go to your local Kia dealer for an inspection and a repair if necessary.
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