# 2015 KIA OPTIMA — ENGINE
> NHTSA complaint `1836370` · 2022-08-26 · Kia America, Inc.
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 0
- **Fire:** Yes
- **Crash:** No
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** No
## Vehicle
- **Make:** KIA
- **Model:** OPTIMA
- **Year:** 2015
- **Manufacturer:** Kia America, Inc.
- **Component:** ENGINE
## Narrative
On January 12, 2022 I was informed by Danbury KIA (Danbury, CT) that my 2015 KIA Optima required a recall engine replacement.  I left the vehicle with the dealer and the repair was completed on Jan 31, 2022.  I picked up the car on February 1, 2022 and on February 3, 2022 the car was destroyed by an engine fire.  My insurance company deemed the car a total loss and compensated me for the market value of the car.  At the time the car was completely paid off and I was still in excellent condition.  I had no reason to trade for a newer model - especially with the new engine.    After the insurance payoff I still needed to finance $25000 for the purchase of a comparable replacement vehicle.  To date neither the dealer nor the KIA corporation have contacted me or made any attempt to address my loss.
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