8.9

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
2,500 miles

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problem #2

Sep 102002

(reported on)

Optima

  • miles
Consumer noticed rpms changing while set on one speed. Soon after vehicle would surge. Dealer has been contacted, and technician noticed that computer chip needed to be replaced. Please provide furthr information.

- Tilden, IL, USA

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problem #1

Jul 102001

Optima

  • 5,000 miles
Power door locks would lock and unlock by themselves trapping the driver. The engine would stall. Both would occur intermittently/simutaneously. Vehicle was taken to dealer shop, and had computer module replaced. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.

- Waynesburg, KY, USA

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