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2008 Kia Optima Suspension Problems

Suspension complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2008 Kia Optima has 3 NHTSA suspension complaints and 0 suspension-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2008 Kia Optima

Airbags
52Powertrain
18Engine
14Electrical
12Visibility
12Other
6Lights
6Speed Control
5Brakes
5Steering
4Suspension
3Tires
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

2

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Suspension Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Sep 11, 2021SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINEI bought my car in 2008 a Kia optima lx I stored it till 2021. But in 2013 i took my car to El Paso...
Aug 24, 2015SUSPENSIONRECEIVED THE VOLUNTARY RECALL NOTICE TO HAVE THE UNDERBODY COMPONENTS SPRAYED WITH WHAT MIGHT BE CAL...
Dec 17, 2009SUSPENSIONEARLIER THIS YEAR WE PURCHASED A NEW 2008 KIA OPTIMA LX/EX 4D. YESTERDAY MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING SOUT...

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