Actually there aren't any recalls on the 2020 Optima yet, but it's early, so let's wait a while and maybe you'll be joining the last 9 years of crappy engines.
FYI - it is a "settlement" between Kia and the Feds, see attachment.... is a recall on some of the optima engines except mine.
Don't think they are left over engines from 2019, just the same engine used in all the years, junk, so don't know why the '20 wasn't included, other than theIf I would have known about this forum I would have NEVER bought my 2020 KIA Optima. Just appears to be a good car with a junk engine.
Something else about the lawsuit. What if by chance your 2020 really has a leftover engine from 2019 in it? I've seen this happen in other cars over the years working in a parts store.
2020 | Kia | Optima | LX, S, Special Edition | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2020 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2019 | Kia | Optima | LX, S | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2019 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2018 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2017 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2016 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2020 | Kia | Optima | LX, S, Special Edition | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2020 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2019 | Kia | Optima | LX, S | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2019 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2018 | Kia | Optima | EX, LX, S | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2018 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2017 | Kia | Optima | EX, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2017 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2016 | Kia | Optima | EX, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
2016 | Kia | Sorento | L, LX | 2.4L L4 - Gas |
The service tech informed me that Kia has VIN specific engine issue. Since my problem has occurred with my engine the dealership where my vehicle was had three in the service lot with the same issue when I dropped mine off and acquired four more since one of which the engine blew a hole in the hood.Actually there aren't any recalls on the 2020 Optima yet, but it's early, so let's wait a while and maybe you'll be joining the last 9 years of crappy engines.
Just another bunch of BS. Believe that one and I have a bridge to sell you as they've replaced @ million engines in the 2011-2019 Optima, 2012-2019 Sorento,The service tech informed me that Kia has VIN specific engine issue. Since my problem has occurred with my engine the dealership where my vehicle was had three in the service lot with the same issue when I dropped mine off and acquired four more since one of which the engine blew a hole in the hood.
You shouldn't have much to worry about a 2020 is clearly under warrantyMy check engine light came on the end of the first week in June on my 2020 optima. I made an service appt and took it in. After doing a diagnostic on the vehicle they informed me that my engine failed. Also currently there is a recall on some of the optima engines except mine.
.... as long as the odometer doesn't read north of 100k.You shouldn't have much to worry about a 2020 is clearly under warranty
@Deva992The service tech informed me that Kia has VIN specific engine issue. Since my problem has occurred with my engine the dealership where my vehicle was had three in the service lot with the same issue when I dropped mine off and acquired four more since one of which the engine blew a hole in the hood.
I'm tapped out at 60k which is 7k away so personally I don't have too long to decide to ride it out, get an extended warranty (would have to research the best) or make a move but the market isn't great. Zero issue with my 2020 though but 6-10k for an engine is not an option. If I were in the lifetime club then letting roll is the best option! lolit's early, so let's wait a while and maybe you'll be joining the last 9 years of crappy engines.
As it's the same crappy engine as the previous years, when you presented this fact to Kia, what response did you receive?I'm tapped out at 60k which is 7k away so personally I don't have too long to decide to ride it out, get an extended warranty (would have to research the best) or make a move but the market isn't great. Zero issue with my 2020 though but 6-10k for an engine is not an option. If I were in the lifetime club then letting roll is the best option! lol
I just received emails back on my 2 different requests. Appears I missed a call from Kia Customer care so I will call them with my case #. A claims administrator replied and gave me a new # to call for anything after Dec 1, 2021 so will do that as well early this week. Don't expect much but I'll go down that hole. Was hoping @Deva992 may have replied prior to with specifics on his 2020 and the others that had the same issue for reference but he may not be active. Mentioned recall on some engines but no detail. I'll mention that to Kia as well to see what input they have for sure. If it exist they have to know about it!As it's the same crappy engine as the previous years, when you presented this fact to Kia, what response did you receive?
Well, here's the answer according to Kia, any year/model not listed in the Settlement is not covered. When they were challenged that the 2020's have the same engine as previous years, it was repeated, the 2020 is not covered as that year is not listed in the Settlement.
Thought I'd check with Hyundai as the 2020 Santa Fe has the same crappy engine, but got tired of waiting listening to the repulsive music.
Bottom line, if it's out of the factory warranty, looks like you had better start a law suit on the 2020 or as you mentioned previously, dump the car or look for an aftermarket warranty that will probably cost an arm and leg.
Kia sure knows how to treat people that purchase their crap.