2022 Kia Forte Engine Problems

Your oil pressure warning light came on after restarting your car, and you noticed a puddle of oil underneath it. While driving at 35–40 MPH, your engine lost power and shut down completely. The dealer discovered that your oil drain plug was missing, which caused the oil to leak out and damage your engine. The dealer said you need a new battery and engine, though the repair wasn't completed.

While driving at 65 MPH, your engine suddenly revved on its own and then stalled after your battery and engine temperature warning lights came on. The dealer found that a faulty engine pulley bolt caused the engine to overheat and become damaged. The repair will likely involve replacing the entire engine.

Your check engine light has been turning on and off for about 3 months, even though you maintain your car regularly with oil changes and checkups. Your mechanic suggested you might need a new transmission. You're concerned this may indicate a defect or recall issue with your 2022 Kia Forte GT.

Your 2022 Kia Forte's engine oil contained metal particles at 76,000 miles, which a shop refused to service due to suspected internal engine damage. The dealership proposed a $500 engine flush and advised driving the car until engine seizure, which concerned you since metal in the oil typically signals serious internal wear or defects. You believe this may be a manufacturing defect covered under your 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty rather than normal wear, especially since you followed Kia's recommended maintenance schedule. Addressing this issue will likely require either an engine flush to remove contaminants, engine diagnostics to pinpoint the metal source, or in worst-case scenarios, a full engine replacement if internal damage is confirmed.

Your car hesitates when accelerating from a stop, then suddenly accelerates unexpectedly. The check engine light comes on, but turns off before you can get to the dealership for diagnosis, making it difficult for them to identify the problem. This on-and-off pattern suggests an intermittent engine issue that needs proper diagnostic scanning to pinpoint.