Issue ID | 1393755 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11006745 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 03/03/17 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia optima. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously included in and repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 17v224000 (engine and engine cooling). After the repair, the contact stated that the engine warning indicator illuminated while driving at highway speeds. The contact took the vehicle to the allentown kia dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a large evap leak. The vehicle was repaired, but the engine warning indicator remained illuminated. The contact returned the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel cap was not engaging correctly and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and stated that no repair was needed at the time. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened case number: 12422016. The manufacturer informed the contact to call the dealer and roadside assistance in the event of a failure. The approximate failure mileage was 19,637. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 19637 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | BETHLEHEM, PA |
VIN pattern | 5XXGM4A7XCGXXXXXX |
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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