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2016 Kia Optima repairs by problem area
Engine (50%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (0%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)
Other (10%)
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2016 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 245hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 7000 mi | The repair done by the dealer at the previous visit was done with a defective part that resulted in the check engine coming on several days after the work was done. In addition to the light being on, there was a noticeable loss of acceleration. The dealer determined that the ECVVT cover that was replaced at the previous visit was defective. Upon this part being replaced with a new part. the car's performance and all systems returned to normal. In response to the check engine light (ie, MIL), technician reported finding a "... code P001000 - intake camshaft position actuator circuit bank 1". Upon checking under the hood, tech found "rubber plug for ECVVT cover off". This plug had been replaced on 3/19/18 under recall SA0305A. The plug was replaced and codes were cleared. Check engine light was confirmed as being off after a road test and code re-scan. |
2016 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
185-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 109000 mi US $400 |
Replace valve cover gasket (leak). |
| 62000 mi | Engine using oil. This is under the lifetime warranty because of the recall and Powertrain warranty up until 100,000 miles. Have had to take it in every 1000 miles since February. In May, a combustion engine cleaning was done which messed up the PCM which had to be replaced. All of this so far was paid for by KIA. In November 2021, I was required to have the valve cover removed to check for sludge, etc. Nothing bad was found. I had to pay for this service. I am back to the 1000 mile oil consumption test. |
| 73000 mi | New Engine due to oil consumption - over 3 quarts of oil in 1000 miles |
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