What was the problem with the 2012 Kia Optima?

What was the problem with the 2012 Kia Optima?

See all problems of the 2012 Kia Motor Optima . 2012 kia Optima sx car went into auxiliary mode first, but upon pushing the button the push start button a second time the engine turned over and started. The consumer had to replaced the tires, there was an issue with the turbo actuator and the radio was making a strange noise.

What to do if your Kia Optima wont start?

The car will not start after a short trip to market, shop for <hour, come out to start car turn ignition, car will not turn over, all dashboard lights come on, I jiggle shift gear in park and then turn key in ignition again and it might start after a few or several attempts.

What happens when the alternator goes bad in a Kia Optima?

If the alternator goes bad, the vehicle will run off of the power supply in the battery (which is there mostly for starting the vehicle and as a backup reserve). Once the battery has been depleted, the ignition system will no longer be able to fire properly. You should see either a battery light or alternator light long before the engine dies.

What was the p1326 code for Kia Optima?

P1326 engine code came on while driving 60mph on the interstate. Luckily was in far left lane when engine shut off and was safely able to get off freeway to a nearby gas station. Tl the contact owns a 2015 kia Optima. While driving 65 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate, shuddered, lost power, and shut off without warning.

Why does my Kia Optima shut off while driving?

My daughters 2016 kia Optima is shutting off while driving. Sometimes it restarts after shutting down. Sometimes she has to hurry and put in neutral and restart as cars behind me don’t know the car has shut off. She feels very unsafe and is afraid someone is going to run into her.

How did the Kia Optima catch on fire?

“The contact owns a 2018 Kia Optima. While driving 20 mph, the contact was notified by other motorists that flames were present under the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and smoke appeared under the hood. The contact and a pedestrian extinguished the fire.

What was the last year Kia Optima was made?

2003: Not only was the KIA Optima redesigned body, but the the 4-cylinder manual transmission was discontinued. There was the addition of the sound system and an upgrade to a premium infinity brand. 2004: The Optima’s wheel size was increased to 16 inches.

P1326 engine code came on while driving 60mph on the interstate. Luckily was in far left lane when engine shut off and was safely able to get off freeway to a nearby gas station. Tl the contact owns a 2015 kia Optima. While driving 65 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate, shuddered, lost power, and shut off without warning.

“Kia knew there were problems with the 2012 Kia Optima 2.4 liter engine and yet they did nothing to rectify the issue. Now, they want me to pay $6,000 for a new engine when they knew there was an issue all along,” an owner from Pennsylvania wrote in February.

What kind of engine does a Kia Optima have?

For example, an engine listing titled “2011 Kia Optima engine 2.4 l 4 cylinder ex lx” will only fit the 2011 model. On the other hand, a 2.4-liter engine from a 2016 model should fit models from 2016 to 2019. Hybrid engines from 2013 to 2016 are compatible with each other as well.

When did the Kia Optima Hybrid come out?

In 2016, a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine became an option. Kia first released its hybrid Optima in 2011. From 2011 until 2016, the hybrid came with the 2.4-liter engine that was in standard, non-hybrid models.

Is the Hyundai 2.4 engine the same as Kia’s?

Similar to other engines, automaker Hyundai shares this power unit with KIA brand. With similarities to the 2.0L engine, the 2.4L does have some slight differences because of increase internal loads as well as engine displacement.

In 2016, a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine became an option. Kia first released its hybrid Optima in 2011. From 2011 until 2016, the hybrid came with the 2.4-liter engine that was in standard, non-hybrid models.

“Kia knew there were problems with the 2012 Kia Optima 2.4 liter engine and yet they did nothing to rectify the issue. Now, they want me to pay $6,000 for a new engine when they knew there was an issue all along,” an owner from Pennsylvania wrote in February.

How big is the engine on a Kia Optima?

From 2011 until 2016, the hybrid came with the 2.4-liter engine that was in standard, non-hybrid models. From 2017 on, the engine was sized down to 2.0 liters in hybrid models. Plug-in hybrid engines became available for 2016 models and newer that are compatible.

How much does it cost to fix a Kia Optima engine?

Price to fix the motor is between $3600-6000. Had this car routinely maintained! Just lost power and died… two days after an oil change. The car has 125,000 miles which is 5,000 over the extended KIA warranty… all KIA has to say is “sorry”.