2004 Kia Optima EX-V6 review from North America
"Running Scared!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Complete Left tire assembly broke free from vehicle (break assembly and all) while driving to work resulting in total loss of vehicle. It was deemed by Insurance company as a manufacturers defect.
Apparently, some bolts, etc. were torqued incorrectly from factury, resulting in CV joint breaking in half.
General comments?
Performed well, until accident.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 6 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 16000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Altima |
| Date of Entry | 15th May, 2006 |