Storage Evaporative Emissions Canister Problems of Kia Motor Optima

The contact owns a 2015 kia Optima. The contact stated that the check engine and battery warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the engine had been replaced two weeks prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for routine maintenance; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. In addition, during a battery replacement, there were several unknown warning lights illuminated and smoke was coming from the vents. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that there was an evap leak, the canister purge valve had cracked, and the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced kia campaign number: sc135. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

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The contact owns a 2013 kia Optima. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance, and it was determined the failure was linked to dtc code: p0445, indicating an issue with the purge control valve in the evaporative emission control (evap) system. The mechanic replaced the fuel canister, and engine cap. The contact stated while driving 77-85 mph, the vehicle lost motive power, and the engine seized. The engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the engine seized. The vehicle was towed to another local dealer, kia of lincolnwood (6750 Lincoln Ave, lincolnwood, IL 60712) where it was determined that the engine was knocking but there were no codes retrieved. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed there was no warranty coverage on the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown.

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