One problem related to engine shut off without warning has been reported for the 2006 Kia Motor Optima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the 2006 Optima.
The contact owns a 2006 kia Optima. The contact stated as she was driving at 60 mph all of the warning lights came on and the vehicle shut off in the middle of the road. The contact tried to drive the vehicle to the side of the road so that it could be towed to the dealer. The dealer would replaced parts on the vehicle but the vehicle would continue to shut off. The crankshaft sensor had to be replaced three times but that was not the cause of the failure. The kia manufacturer was called and stated that they do not cover any parts that are not under the warranty. VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 2,000. The current mileage was 78,000.