2019 Kia Optima: recalls and problems

Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System,Visibility/Wiper2026-09-24

On december 26, 2023, this vehicle received a complete engine assembly replacement at an authorized dealership under a manufacturer warranty repair order. following the engine overhaul, the vehicle developed a severe, raw gasoline smell entering the passenger cabin through the climate control ac vents while sitting at an idle.the vehicle was brought back to kia store east on september 10, 2026, specifically to report

Unknown Or Other2026-09-23

My car was parked when my kia optima panoramic sunroof exploded. it was between 8:00-8:30 a.m. friday xxx. it sounded like an explosion. i was sleeping and the explosion woke me up. the sunroof was closed and the car was parked. we r not aware of anything coming in contact with the sunroof. actually the sunroof exploded from inside the car. the broken glass was pointed upwards. i’m concerned that this is a serious h

Power Train,Electrical System,Engine2026-09-08

While driving, my vehicle suddenly began shuddering and shaking. the vehicle lost power and would not accelerate properly. i had to press the brake pedal unusually hard. after parking, the vehicle would not move properly in reverse or drive. i turned the vehicle off and restarted it, and it moved only a short distance before shuddering again and losing power. the engine was making a loud buzzing or scooter-like sound

Engine2026-08-18

The contact owns a 2019 kia optima. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 200,000.