Other Fuel System Pump Problems of Kia Motor Optima

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.

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2013 kia Optima ex with 71k miles. Car had a very slow start. Trouble light came on. Had left lights on for about 2 hours so thought that was the issue. Seemed okay so drove home. Notices slight gasoline smell in cabin. No more driving that day. Took to local shop. Code reader came back as fuel pump failure. Did some research and noticed many with same issue on this make/model/year and a recall or two as well. VIN check returned no outstanding recalls. Called kia customer service. Was told my VIN was associated with a recall in 2018 (SC 147) but 'passed the test". Sc 172 was issued later for a call back of those vehicles that had engines replaced under SC 147 for a high pressure fuel pipe issue. I honestly think my Optima is currently having whatever the issue was under SC 147 but since it tested okay in 2018 - OH well! since the fuel pump warranty expired in 2018, I guess I'm on my way to an almost $1,000 repair! seems like kia should allow getting the original service call issue looked at again free of charge to see if it is now an issue. Disappointed.

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Tl the contact owns a 2015 kia Optima lx. The contact stated that while his daughter drove the vehicle a couple of weeks ago, she perceived a smell of fuel and did not drive the vehicle again. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle (today) he noticed that high fuel pump leaked fuel. There was no warning. The contact called the parkway family kia dealer, located 22555 us-59, kingwood, TX 77339 and was told that there was no recall. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000. Fe.

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My 2012 Optima was taken to imperio kia in dana point for a mandated engine inspection. After the inspection, I noticed the adviser acting strangely. My car engine started to hesitate, and began to smell rubber burning. The dealership did not ever answer the phone, and with 4 weeks they closed down. My car was inspected at kia of irvine, who determined the engine was damaged beyond repair, it had metal pieces and rubber pieces in it, the hoses were disconnected and there was rubber melted onto the exhaust manifold. There were missing clamps and numerous other probems. Kia replaced my engine and turbo with rebuilt parts, after a wait that lasted 4 more weeks. Kia provided me a 5 year extended warranty on all the components that were replaced and damaged in this case #12538291. In 2019, another mandated inspection occurred for the fuel pump system and fuel pipe in the vehicles that previously required a replacement engine, because there was a danger of fire. On July 28, 2020, the Optima started to lose its power, and choked and hesitated upon startup while I was in traffic. It was very dangerous. I reopened the engine claim and took the Optima into the irvine dealership. They clain there is no extended warranty, that it does not exist! they accept no responsibility for the inspection or lack there-of for the fuel pipe, and claim that the warranty and recall do not cover the fuel pump. Agents are working from home due to covid-19, and there is no customer service to speak of. The quote from the dealership is extremely high and they want to charge me a high diagnostic fee as well. I have been through enough trauma because of kia, and I want them to be held accountable. Their warranty records are a disgrace.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2015 kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving approximately over 40 mph when the vehicle suddenly stalled, there were no warning lights. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer (langdale kia address: 1508 n ashley st, valdosta, GA 31602; phone: (229) 242-0715) who diagnosed that the vehicle had engine failure and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle's engine was replaced under warranty and the fuel pump was replaced under the recall NHTSA campaign number: 18v907000 (fuel system, gasoline, engine). The contact stated approximately 10 days later the vehicle suddenly caught started to smoke from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The contact stated that approximately 5-8 minutes later the smoke drastically increased, then, the vehicle caught on fire. The fire department put out the fire and a fire report was made. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 117,284. Gl.

There's a recall on low pressure fuel hose defect for 2013 and 2014 kia Optima (kia recall #sc187) but my 2012 also has similar fuel smell. I took my car in to kia of irvine (CA) for diagnosis on March 7, 2020 and was told high pressure fuel line connector to fuel pump is missing a small tab and may need replacement. I was also told that since I recently replaced the valve cover gasket myself which would involve disconnecting and reconnecting the fuel line to the fuel pump, they're not responsible for the line missing tab. But the issue is there was no fuel smell after I replaced the gasket. The smell was right after they replaced the turbo which also involved disconnecting and reconnecting the fuel line to fuel pump. Interestingly, there's another similar recall (kia recall #sc172) where it invlove kia's service technician damaging the same fuel line after engine replacement work on numerous vehicles. The fact that kia has had recalls due to fuel odor on same make/ model, and the fuel smell was after they serviced my vehicle, they should be responsible for vehicles fuel line issue. Furthermore kia should take this issue seriously as the car could potentially spark fire. Please help!.

Whenever trying to fuel my vehicle, the pump would click off within seconds. I would have to stand holding the pump and reclick the pump over and over. This process would take 10 to 15 minutes to fuel the vehicle. After several trips to the kia dealer trying to get this fixed. They eventually replaced the whole fuel system. From time to time, while pumping gas, I still have to stand by the pump because the fuel pump will click up as if my tank is full.

I was driving down the highway with cruise control set on 75 with 67 miles to empty when all sudden the car start slowing speed I looked cruise control had shut off check engine light came on the just went dead on the side of road the will turn on turn over to wanna crank but won't catch to crank I called the dealer ship and explained he she said she sure it's fuel pump because they just installed 2 this week on the same car.

Check engine light came on, took car to local o'reilly auto parts for them to see what the problem was. Gave code p0091 which yeilded part pr536 - fuel pressure regulator. Called rick case kia, duluth, GA (absolute terrible service/customer service, numerous times). . . Car isn't under warranty, will not cover. . . Immediately said o'reilly's was wrong - it's the entire fuel pump - quoted $800 to change. Called a second time, spoke with someone different, said $600 to change fuel pressure regulator. Car isn't running any different. Check engine light came on about $170k mile mark.

Check engine light comes on and upon check the the fuel pump sensor has made 3 different sensors go. My fuel jumps all over the place. From a full tank to empty or the reading changes while driving. There is also a smells of gas that can be smelled while driving as well coming from the vents.

Fuel level indicator on dashboard shows wrong a gas level constantly , fuel pump issue which sends wrong info to the dashboard.

2008 kia Optima fuel pump body failure. The pump body cracks and the computer sets evaporated. Leakage code. We looked at several of these from a salvage yard and all had the same problem. This shows a pattern of defects and is highly dangerous if this car is in an accident as the fuel will burst out of the tank as a result this fuel sender cracking.

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My car began to smell like gas when driving and my car started jerking, and making a weird noise. . So I pulled over on the side of the road. It smelled like fuel through my air vents while driving, and when I popped the hood to look under it with my boyfriend there was a leak, and it was spewing out fuel out of the pump. What was the scariest part about it is there was no warning light or any thing that told me there was a fuel leak we had to find out for ourselves. I had called kia to see if they would replace it because it basically was a brand new car with only 60,000 miles on it and they said it was not under original warranty so there was nothing they could do for me. I had to buy the part myself which costed me around 500 dollars, then I had to buy a fuel line which was another 50, then get it replaced which costed me another 200. I was extremely upset because it was basically a brand new car doing this. . And I want to be reimbursed for my troubles. I was out of work, couldn't drive my vehicle, and had to pay for a problem that was not my fault. It was the manufactures fault. I am glad I caught it when I did and pulled over on the side of the road because my car boyfriend and I could have bursted into flames. I am extremely upset. I am never buying another kia again unless they reimburse me for the troubles they have caused me and many others. I am scared to drive my kia now knowing that anything could happen to it, or that my fuel pump may go out another time. The engine is definitely faulty and it has caused me and my boyfriend fear, and anxiety. We are scared to see what may happen next.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 kia Optima. While driving 65 mph, the contact encountered a very intense odor of fuel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed not to drive the vehicle because the fuel pump was leaking fuel and could cause a fire. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 133,000.

The contact owns a 2012 kia Optima. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start until a second attempt was made. Once started, the check engine indicator illuminated. While driving approximately 40 mph, the check engine indicator remained illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the manahawkin kia dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle's fuel pump failed and prevented fuel from reaching the engine properly. The vehicle's fuel pump assembly was replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

Check engine light is on code reads high pressure fuel pump. When starting the car it is very sluggish and has fluttering rpms for the first 10 15 minutes when driving the car is jerky and hesitant to accelerate. There is currently a active recall on the high pressure fuel pump but my VIN is not listed under the recall even though it was listed on the engine recall. Was told I did not need a new engine but was given an oil change abs new oil pan and the problem started shortly after.

My car started smelling like burning plastic and then it completed shut off. Thankfully I was already in a turning lane when this happened. I only had 60k miles on the car at that time. Seemed like after my engine was replaced my windows stopped rolling up. Then my fuel pump went out. I noticed that it felt like someone was pressing on my brake as I was trying to go and then my traction control light would come on. We fixed this. Now it not even a year later and its doing it all over again. This is not safe as people are behind me when this happens.

High pressure fuel pump went out. After contacting dealer for part, I was told they keep them in stock because it was a common problem. The cost was $689 plus labor.

Tl the contact owns a 2012 kia Optima. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle failed to respond when the accelerator pedal was depressed. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated and white smoke bellowed from the tail pipe. The vehicle was taken to summit place kia (located at 4200 interpark dr, auburn hills, mi 48326, (248) 682-6002) where it was diagnosed that the high pressure fuel line and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v907000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 73,565.

"takata recall" I have a rather new kia Optima. At 70,000 miles my high pressure fuel pump completely went out. This affected my ability to start the car and accelerate as it ws very hesitant and shaky. The car was stationary when I realized the problem. I was attempting to start the car and realized that it took a very long time to start. After realizing this, I immediately took my car to a mechanic to have it inspected and told that the high pressure fuel pump went out. I asked how it happened and he informed me that it had nothing to do with my driving and that it is very likely the product of a faulty fuel pump because that usually doesn't happen with a car with only 70,000 miles on it.

The contact owns a 2012 kia Optima. When starting the vehicle, it had a hard start. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle began to lose acceleration and the pedal stiffened. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.

Im having intermittent electrical and suspension problems along with sudden increases of power increase and decreases. I was driving to my local mall before my evening class and noticed my car radio and instrument cluster where not operating no lights but car was running fine. I hit the brakes while coming to a stop light in a busy intersection hit a small bump the car decided to accelerate and it felt as if the suspension was loose on the left front side I heard it rattle now this bump wasn't big by any means as I hit the break I could feel the brakes fight with the engine the brake pedal also shook at my feet. I quickly put the kia in neutral and shut the car off still at the light. Put it in park and restarted my car all light and instrument cluster came on along with radio. My Optima felt ok . But later I went to class got into my car and she wouldn't turn over I had to press on the gas to get it to start. I took it to the dealer they said they couldn't find anything besides my high temp fuel pump was giving low pressure codes. I only have 80k on this vehicle but kia said they will not cover it. This a serious safety issue why if my kids where in the car and I did get into a serious accident with them . This needs to be addressed. Something needs to be done before there is a death no after the fact.

My vehicle has 80k miles on it and is serviced meticulously. I lost all power trying to accelerate onto the freeway and was almost ran down by a dump truck. I was able to limp my vehicle to the kia dealership to find out the problem was the high-pressure fuel pump. I assumed that it would be covered under the 100k warranty only to find out that even though the car won't run without the fuel pump, it is not covered under the powertrain warranty. I can only assume that they have eliminated this problem from warranty because there have been so many cases of high-pressure pump failures on kia's. . I will never buy another kia product!!.

About 1 month ago my fuel pump went out. I have a 2013 kia Optima. I was at 62,000 miles when it went out, which meant it was not covered under warranty. I had it replaced at the local dealership, it cost around $800. 00 to replace. Now less that 2 months later I am having some hesitation and jerking in the car. Had the car troubleshoot and it's not the temp sensor. The car is too new for things like this to happened. Once I get rid of it, I will never buy another kia, or will I allow my family and friend to.