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2012 Kia Optima GL

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Pick Your Part - Tampa in Tampa, FL

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YardPick Your Part - Tampa
ArrivalJun 19, 2026
Last seen3 weeks ago
CrushedNo
VINKNAGM4AD8C5022215
TrimGL
Fuel TypeGas
CylindersUnknown
EngineDOHC MPI THETA II
Displacement2.4L
TransmissionUnknown
DrivetrainUnknown
Assembly PlantHWASUNG, SOUTH KOREA
RowCars-C1 80 12

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Common issues and frequently pulled parts for this 2012 Kia Optima.

Engine - Theta II / Timing Chain
Engine 3rd gen TF (2.4L/2.0T Theta II)

Same Theta II engine issues as Hyundai; Kia recalled 618,000 Optima (2011-14) for premature engine bearing wear. Timing chain tensioner TSB issued separately.

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This 2012 Kia Optima is currently listed at Pick Your Part - Tampa in Tampa, FL. It was added to the yard on June 19, 2026 and is located in row Cars-C1 80 12. Vehicles like this Optima are commonly searched for parts including engines, transmissions, and interior components.

This vehicle is equipped with a DOHC MPI THETA II engine, which may be shared with other Kia models from the same generation, making it useful when checking compatibility for donor parts. The listed 2.4L displacement can help confirm engine compatibility when comparing similar vehicles. Transmission details are not listed for this vehicle, so verifying compatibility in person may be necessary. Drivetrain details are not listed for this vehicle, so verifying compatibility in person may be necessary. VIN KNAGM4AD8C5022215 can help confirm fitment when comparing donor parts. This vehicle was assembled in HWASUNG, SOUTH KOREA, which can sometimes indicate specific trim or configuration differences.

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