Flashing Engine Light/Loss of Power
I bought my 2016 Optima FE (miles 51,212) June 10,2019. On the 19th, I was on the highway and the engine light came on solid. Then began to flash. I lost power only being able to maintain 62mph. Roadside assistance was called and car was taken to the Kia dealership where purchased. They had it for 1/2 day and provided me with a rental and said the part was ordered. The codes pulled up showed a wiring harness issue. It was replaced and I had my Optima back on June 27. On July 18, 2019.. same thing on the highway. It is once again towed to the dealership. After two days, I’ve inquired about a rental. I was told, “Kia has not yet approved a rental nor do they know if it’s a harness issue again or if the engine will be replaced” I’m thinking ok...I’ve driven 2,113 miles since I purchased the car. It’s in the shop for the 2nd time, and “we are not sure if we can get you transportation” ? Luckily, a Service Manager spoke up and said, I’ll take you home. ( turns out we live in same town 35 miles away). The next day, he contacts me and has a car rental set up!! Thank You Ron!! But I still have not heard back from the Service Guy or mechanic as I was originally told I would be. (Not Ron) It is August 11 and I’m in my second rental and (which the dealership or Kia is covering) but now my payment is due. I’ve made two on a car I’ve only been in possession of for less than 30 days. I’m just venting this I’m case anyone else has run into this. Any ideas or assistance on what steps from here? I’ve been told the dealership should replace it with a comparable car and the finance company will accept it only changes the car info not costs.
