Kia Optima 2012 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2012 Kia Optima? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2012 Kia Optima issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2012 Kia Optima in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Volvo models headline latest recalls

By Justin Hilliard · 19 June 2017

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued its latest round of recalls, with models from Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia and Volvo impacted by the recent safety notices.

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Used Kia Optima review: 2011-2014

By Graham Smith · 19 May 2016

Graham Smith reviews the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Kia Optima as a used buy.

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Used Kia Optima review: 2011-2015

By Ewan Kennedy · 11 April 2016

Ewan Kennedy reviews the 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 Kia Optima as a used buy.

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Kia Optima firm suspension

Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 19 July 2013

Most Asian car companies tune the suspension of their cars to our local road conditions, and they typically end up firmer than the settings they would use at home. You could lower the tyre pressures a little and see if that improves the situation. Other than that you could take it a suspension specialist, like Pedders, and see if they can help.

Used Kia Optima review: 2010-2012

By Graham Smith · 14 January 2013

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