BBB Industries 313-0227 Rack and Pinion Assembly - Front

Remanufactured Steering Rack for Kia

BBB Industries 313-0227 is a remanufactured hydraulic rack and pinion assembly built for power steering applications on select Kia vehicles. It is specified for 2007-2011 Kia Rondo with 17" wheels and 2007-2010 Kia Optima with power steering, giving buyers a direct-fit steering gear option for common steering wear concerns.

Key Features

• Remanufactured hydraulic rack and pinion assembly
• Inner tie rods included; outer tie rods not included
• Input shaft diameter: 0.75 in. (19.05 mm)
• Input shaft length: 2.5 in. (63.5 mm)
• Rack length: 44.375 in. (1127.125 mm)
• Turns lock to lock: 2.875
• Pressure port thread size: 14mm x 1.5
• Return port thread size: 16mm x 1.5
• Two mounting holes with 3.625 in. (92.075 mm) spacing

Product Details

This BBB Industries Reman Rack and Pinion line part is engineered as a remanufactured steering gear assembly for hydraulic power steering systems. Part number 313-0227 cross-references 19321199 for the same application. It is a fitment-based replacement for Kia Rondo and Kia Optima steering systems where the original rack shows wear, leakage, or excessive play. The remanufactured design and included inner tie rods make it a practical service part for restoring steering response and rack operation.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a leaking hydraulic rack and pinion assembly
• Correcting steering looseness or excessive free play
• Addressing uneven steering effort or binding in the rack
• Restoring steering feel on a Kia Rondo or Kia Optima with power steering
• Servicing vehicles with worn internal rack components and tie rod ends

Installation Notes and Fitment

Fits 2007-2011 Kia Rondo, N/A, Power Steering; w/17" Wheels; Reman Rack and Pinion. Fits 2007-2010 Kia Optima, Front, Compatible with vehicles equipped with power steering.; Reman Rack and Pinion. Verify hydraulic line thread sizes, mounting-hole spacing, and input shaft dimensions before installation. Outer tie rods are not included, so reuse or replace them as needed during steering service. Part number 313-0227 is also a useful search term when confirming the correct rack for Kia Rondo and Kia Optima applications.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactures steering components for service replacement use, and this rack and pinion assembly is built to match the listed application and dimensional specifications. Confirm vehicle configuration, wheel size, and power steering setup against the fitment data before ordering.