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Trusted CSRA technicians keeping your Kia on the road since 1977. ASE-certified, with most repairs backed by our 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty.

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    Years Serving CSRA

  • 24/24

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Specialists in Kia

THE CSRA's KIA SHOP

Welcome to our Kia Service & Repair page! We specialize in providing top-quality service and repair for Kia vehicles. Whether you drive a stylish sedan like the Optima, a versatile SUV like the Sportage, or an efficient compact car like the Forte, our team of expert technicians is here to ensure your Kia stays running smoothly and reliably.

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Kia repair work at C&C Automotive

Asian

Specialty · Kia

Models We Commonly Service

  • Sorento
  • Optima
  • Sportage
  • Soul
  • Telluride

Kia Maintenance Notes

  • On the Theta II engines, keeping the oil level up between changes is important because running low contributes to the bearing failures.
  • The dual-clutch transmission on the 2.5T has its own oil pump and fluid needs and behaves differently than a standard automatic, so we service it to spec.
  • Many Kia engines use a timing chain rather than a belt, but we still inspect the chain and guides on higher-mileage cars.

Most-Requested Kia Jobs

Common Kia Problems

WHAT WE SEE ROLL IN ON KIA

These are the issues we see most on Kia vehicles here in the CSRA. Each one notes which models, engines, or years it actually affects, since not every Kia has the same setup. Knowing the patterns means we diagnose faster and fix it right the first time.

  • Theta II engine bearing failure and seizure

    Affects: Theta II engines: Optima, Sorento, Sportage

    The number one Kia issue, the same Theta II engine family used across Optimas, Sorentos, and Sportages. The bearings can fail and the engine can seize, often with a knock beforehand. We listen for bearing noise and check oil level so we can warn you before it lets go.

  • Transmission slipping and hesitation

    Affects: Automatic models

    Kia automatics can slip or hesitate when shifting. We check fluid condition and shift behavior and diagnose whether it is the transmission or a related issue.

  • Dual-clutch oil-pump failure on the 2.5 turbo

    Affects: 2.5 turbo (DCT)

    On the 2.5T, the dual-clutch transmission's oil pump is known to fail. We diagnose this specifically rather than just blaming the whole transmission, since the cause matters for the repair.

Why Choose C&C

THE RIGHT SHOP FOR YOUR KIA

You are not at a dealer, but your Kia gets dealer-level care here. The right scan tools, OEM or OE-quality parts, and ASE-certified techs, usually for less than the dealer charges.

  • We Know Your Kia

    Drivers around Augusta and Aiken bring us their Kia every week, so we know the trouble spots these Asian vehicles are known for and fix them right the first time.

  • The Right Parts & Diagnostics

    We use OEM or OE-quality parts on Kias and we have the scan tools to read Kia-specific codes, including transmission codes, so we can tell a real engine or transmission failure from a sensor issue. On the Theta II engines we will tell you honestly what we hear and measure.

  • Straight, Honest Pricing

    An engine or transmission failure on a Kia is a big expense, and some of these issues fell under recalls or warranty extensions, so it is worth checking whether yours is covered first. For the work that is on you, we will give you a straight answer on what is worth doing and come in under dealer pricing.

  • Backed In Writing

    ASE-certified work, with most repairs backed by our 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty. The shop that did the work handles any warranty issue, and when you're away from home, coverage continues through the Certified Auto Repair Nationwide Warranty.

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Trust your Kia to the experts. Contact us today to schedule an appointment for Kia Service & Repair, and let us help keep your vehicle performing at its best!

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