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2012 Kia Optima repairs by problem area
Engine (19%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (11%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (22%)
Other (3%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 129 repairs.
2012 Kia Optima body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (4%)
< $100 (96%)
Chart based on 25 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 22000 mi | Paint on fog light surrounds (both sides) chipping and peeling as well as fuel door. Had the car for 15 months when I noticed peeling paint while washing the car. Had the car in to repair it twice. Provided rental car for the first trip only |
| 22000 mi | More peeling paint that popped up when I first began to consider trading. Constituted the final straw. |
| 18000 mi | Headliner squeakes when hitting bumps in the road. |
| 20300 mi | Front clip for stainless steel trim on driver's side rear door broken. Appears to have been 'rigged' at some point, potentially at the factory. Needs to have clip replace to hold trim tightly to car. |
| 21400 mi | Driver's rear door stainless trim replaced |
| 34400 mi | Driver's side front door weatherstrip deteriorated and came apart, causing a large amount of wind noise. Replaced by dealer at no charge. |
| 5859 mi | sunroof seal was pulled under sunroof when closing on hot days sunroof seal was pulled under sunroof on hot days. Original deal did not fix. Second dealer added adhesive to seal |
| 9000 mi | Broken cover for screw in passenger interior door handle. |
| 100000 mi US $6750 |
Panoramic sunroof failed, exploded while driving with no external force. Reported to Kia, who rejected defect claim. Paid under insurance |
| 25420 mi | Replaced exterior window trim under warranty due to rusting |
2012 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 51460 mi | Rust on rear door window trim. Kia not honoring warranty, dealer attempting to obtain special permission to replace trim. |
| 80600 mi | It's still rusting and KIA still refuses to repair it under warranty. They assessed $700 in damages for their rust when the lease was returned. |
| 13000 mi | Crack in trim ring on upper left on ctr. of wheel. |
| 58000 mi | TSB for underbody corrosion cleanup and sealant application |
| 61000 mi US $20 |
Door handle cap broke off allowing the door handle to slide out. I ordered a new door cap and installed it. One screw, very easy to do by removing black rubber grommet on the door. |
| 18000 mi | Sunroof seal was cracked, and bent badge on back of vehicle lost a letter |
| 2000 mi | Weather Stripping around sunroof folded in. Glass removed and track re-aligned. Sanded weather stripping to prevent future issues. |
| 5000 mi | Weather Stripping around sunroof folded in. Dealer notes say the panoramic roof arm that holds the glass has shifted to the left. They compared this to a "frontline" vehicle & confirmed the issue. Tech Case opened with KIA. Weather Stripping around sunroof folded in. Tech Case authorized replacement of sunroof molding. |
| 6000 mi | Weather Stripping around sunroof folded in. Master Tech replaced molding and adjusted clips. |
| 45000 mi | Interior door handle on rear passenger door needed adjustment. Sunroof outer seal folding in again. |
| 62500 mi US $85 |
Exterior door handle cap broke off. Dealer replaced with new cap. |
| 70795 mi | Recall to address corrosion issues. Dealer sprayed anticorrosion spray on certain parts under the vehicle. |
| 85000 mi | Rust inside license plate light assembly. Dealer misunderstood problem and replaced license plate screws. |
| 85000 mi | Follow-up on rust in license plate assembly, anti-corrosion coverage expired, but dealer took pictures and will check with district parts manager who can approve a repair under warranty. |
2012 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
166-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 26040 mi | Front plastic air deflector keeps falling off. At perfect height to scrape on curbs, and not held on very well. Only a matter of time before it comes loose. Reattached with some glue. |
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