2004 Kia Optima EX-V6 review from North America
"Never Again"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Complete Left tire assembly broke free from vehicle (brake 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 incorrectly torqued at the factory, resulting in CV joint breaking in half.
General comments?
OK at first. Lots of options. BE CAREFUL! Wheel may come off!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 16000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Malibu |
| Date of Entry | 16th May, 2006 |