NHTSA Complaint #11645355 — 2020 KIA OPTIMA ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11645355
Vehicle	2020 KIA OPTIMA
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Date of Incident	March 1, 2024
Date Filed	February 27, 2025
Mileage	127,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TN

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2020 Kia Optima. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitating and there was excessive oil consumption. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the piston rings were faulty, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 127,000.

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