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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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5XXGT4L38LG••••••2020 Kia OPTIMA
That is about average for the 2020 Kia OPTIMA — 6 complaints per build across 22 builds.
7on this build
136on the model
22builds in total
Most reportedEngine 5Electrical System 2Exterior Lighting 1
What owners of this build wrote
EngineMay 2025
UNKNOWN, Engine excessively burns oil and is now seized. Kia used the same engine in this car as they did in the 2016-19 Models which were recalled for engine failure, however mine was not included. 2.4 Theda Engine
Electrical SystemApr 2023
April 30, 2023 my 2020 Kia Optima was stolen. The thief or thieves broke my backside passenger window to get inside. Once inside they started my car using a USB cord/ charger block. I purchased the car in Feb 2023. I wasn't aware of made aware the car's antitheft software needed…
EngineFeb 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the vehicle was connected to a diagnostic machine. The DTC indicated a glow relay…
EngineDec 2024
Oil consumption has rapidly been increasing causing the loss of several quarts of oil. Inspection by service center confirmed this is a known Kia issue and recommended a flush to help combat some of the issue. Service center did note that this issue would not fix the problem,…
EngineJul 2024
Oil leaking at drain pan and won’t come out
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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 5XXGT4L38LG386348 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.