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KNAGM4A79F5622157 — 2015 Kia Optima Lx — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

2015 Kia Optima Lx

Lot #41744406 · VIN KNAGM4A79F5622157

🇺🇸 IAAITheft RecoveryKeys included✓ Runs & drivesSold

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2015 Kia Optima, Theft Recovery, IAAI, VIN KNAGM4A79F5622157 · photo 1 of 11

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What does the damage type «Theft» mean

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Auction IAAI · Lot #41744406

Final bid1 625 USD22% of market valueMarket value of the intact car in the US: 7 358 USDRepair estimate: 11 391 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine424 220 ₴≈ 9 485 USD

1 · Auction price1 600 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT3 295 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker930 USD

5 · Certification + registration190 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN KNAGM4A79F5622157 history

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Apr 23, 2025

Sold

1 625 USD

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Kia Optima 2015

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 1007. Of these — crashes: 31, fires: 74.

Most-reported systems

Engine
621
Electrical System
135
Service Brakes
89
Structure
76
Steering
69
Power Train
49

Official recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
NHTSA campaign: 18V907000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.
NHTSA campaign: 20V519000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 20V-519. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC212.