Issue ID | 1264146 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10838024 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 17/02/16 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Last week, during an oil change, i was told that my transmission cooler hose was leaking and needed two new ones. In addition to that i would have to pay for the cooling service which would be a total of about $200. No telling how long the car was without coolant, but my car has never over heated. Coincidentally, i received an email that there is a recall on the kia/2011 for the same issue! I was told that there was nothing kia would over if it was not included in the recall which it most likely should be by looking at online reviews. Please investigate. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 78600 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | NASHVILLE, TN |
VIN pattern | 5XXGN4A71CGXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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