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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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5XXGT4L31LG••••••2020 Kia OPTIMA
That is about average for the 2020 Kia OPTIMA — 6 complaints per build across 22 builds.
6on this build
136on the model
22builds in total
Most reportedEngine 5Engine And Engine Cooling 1Power Train 1
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainMar 2026
My engine has failed. This is the second car I’ve had from Kia that the rod barring has failed
EngineMar 2026
The rod barring failed in my engine. I broke down in the middle of the parkway with my daughter. This is my third Kia optima that has had this issue but the dealership is stating there is not a recall on this model. The check engine light did not come on except when the car lost…
Engine And Engine CoolingOct 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, and depressing the accelerator pedal, the check engine light was flashing. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was being depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond as…
EngineDec 2025
Took to Kia for engine burning excessive oil. They determined the cylinder wall was scorched due to piston ring. The warranty people say it’s normal wear and tear and won’t honor the warranty. It’s still sitting in their engine bay because they want me to pay for the diagnostic…
EngineNov 2025
I got the car was running good week or 2 later I see the oil light flash after my oil change I go back top it off repeat the cycle almost weekly burning losts of oil then I get a code p1326 for a knock sensor same day car go into limp mode no power rpm won’t go over 2 car won’t…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5XXGT4L31LG443747 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.