Issue ID | 1578950 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11229489 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 04/04/18 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Have to put oil in my car every 300 miles. Car is burning oil extremely fast. Afraid that the engine may seize while driving. Has been that way every since my purchase in april of 2018. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 146000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | GARDENA, CA |
VIN pattern | 5XXGM4A76CGXXXXXX |
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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