Other Fuel System Problems of Kia Motor Optima

Kia Motor Optima owners have reported 358 other fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common other fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system (319 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system pump (24 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Other Fuel System problems of Kia Motor Optima

The Other Fuel System problem

While driving my 2015 kia Optima I was getting ready to turn in to my residence. My car completely shut off but my lights had got dimmed. So I had it towed to the kia dealership then proceeded to tell me it has three recalls on it.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Pump problem

The fuel pump has an active recall. Took itin to dealer and we are being advised kia will not cover the cost. They have an article out that clearly states they will cover the costs. The car wreaks of the smell of gas and we are scared it will catch fire.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problem

Hi my 2015 kia Optima on 08/07/2020 I put the recommended gas in my tank and then got onto the interstate after about 5-15 mins it started loosing power and I could no longer accelerate past 60. Also now when I start driving it jerks really bad and won�t go past 2 on the rpms.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Tank Filling/charging problem

Hello I recently was filling up my vehicle and it flooded of gasoline. . I can�t seem to fill my tank up fully and have the pump stop itself it over flows and pours all the gasoline this is extremely dangerous. . And I did see that there is a recall for due too the fuel area.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Fuel Injection System problem

My car (2014 kia Optima) started having a faint gas smell about two days ago, I thought the gas smell was because I had gotten gas and some was on my shoe. I found out today that my direct injection fuel pump on the engine is the problem.   Read details...




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