Two problems related to radiator have been reported for the 2012 Kia Motor Optima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the 2012 Optima.
On 9/3/2019 I took my 2012 kia Optima to gossett kia south to get it repaired. It didnt get fixed before I left the lot my car was smoking and leaking antifreeze. I was stranded for 4 days after that day. I went to the nearest part store and purchased a bottom radiator hose and antifreeze. I had a mobile mechanic to put the hose on. There after I was stranded again the car wouldn't start. I had it towed to firestone 10/4/2019. My car stayed the lot for a month and it was then towed to gossett kia north from there it has been repossessed. I made payment arrangements to get the car back I am determined to get my car repaired. I use the car to make it to appointments. I am disabled and this doesnt seem fair at all im paying notes on a nonworking car. I hope to hear from you soon with further advice.
The contact owns a 2012 kia Optima. While driving approximately 65 mph, the temperature gauge went to the hot side and smoke started to emit under the hood. The contact stated that the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the coolant clamp on the radiator was not properly fitted, causing the engine to fail. The engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.