2016 Kia Optima Flashing check engine light/Loss of power

Asked by That_Dude_There Sep 30, 2020 at 10:14 PM about the 2016 Kia Optima EX

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

9/29 Flashing checking light came on and car
would not go past 62 mph, had a code of P1326.
Took car to Rodeo Kia Avondale AZ. 9/30.  Dealer
did a diagnostic test in engine. Engine failed, dealer
ordering new engine block. Set up with a rental and
waiting for new engine to arrive. Had no problems.

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Guru9DN3F3 answered 4 years ago

Mine is doing the same thing... My question is... Can you still drive it until you can get it to the dealer?

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