NHTSA Complaint #11316638 — 2018 KIA OPTIMA

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11316638
Vehicle	2018 KIA OPTIMA
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	March 6, 2020
Date Filed	March 6, 2020
Mileage	50,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MI

Consumer Description

THE STEERING WHEEL DOESN'T LOCK WHEN I PUT IT IN PARK, TURN THE CAR OFF AND REMOVE THE KEY.

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