2017 Kia Optima Transmission (AT), 2.4L (VIN 3, 8th digit), US Built (VIN 5, 1st digit)

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VIN-checked

Mileage documented

Pressure tested

Photographed

6 in stockUsed OEM transmission

Used 2017 Kia Optima transmission(AT), 2.4L , US Built

(AT), 2.4L (VIN 3, 8th digit), US Built (VIN 5, 1st digit)

Size: 2.4L
VIN code: 3 · digit 8
SKU: TF-T012241

Your price

3-mo warranty

Choose your unit · 6 transmissions in stock

Need lower miles or a tighter budget? Ask for other units — we hold more than we list.

Does it fit? Check with your VIN

Included in every price

Donor-vehicle OEM unit
Inspected & tested
VIN-matched before it ships
Photos for your approval
3-month warranty
Free freight to repair shops

One upfront price · no hidden fees · card payments only

Delivery estimate

Usually 5–7 business days by freight, with tracking by text.

3-month warrantyFree pickup & replacement if defective
Tracked freight deliveryFree to repair shops, lower 48
Photos before it shipsApprove your exact unit
(904) 481-5300Parts specialists · Mon–Fri 10 AM – 7 PM ET

What happens after you order

Nothing ships until you've seen it.

1VIN verificationWe match the transmission code to your VIN before anything is pulled.
2Final inspectionPressure tested and checked for leaks, cracks and damage.
3Clean & prepPressure washed, drained for freight and strapped to a pallet.
4Photo approvalPhotos of your exact unit and its mileage are texted to you.
5Ship & trackFreight tracking by text. Arrives around Fri, Nov 20 – Tue, Nov 24.

About this transmission

This used OEM transmission came out of a 2017 Kia Optima with the (AT), 2.4L , US Built spec. It matches vehicles whose VIN shows 3 at digit 8, which is how we confirm the fit before it ships. 6 units are in stock with 29,000 to 71,000 donor miles, priced by mileage. The same 2.4L transmission (VIN code 3) was used in the Kia Optima in 2016, 2017 and 2018, so a unit from any of those years can fit when your VIN code matches. We list Kia Optima transmissions for 20 model years (2001–2020), from $535 to $5,420.

What's included

Case and internal components
Torque converter where supplied with the donor
Drained for freight — refill and flush cooler lines at installation

How we prep it

Pressure tested and inspected
Mileage recorded from the donor vehicle
Strapped to a pallet and photographed
Matched to your VIN before dispatch

Specifications

Part: Used OEM transmission
Year: 2017
Make: Kia
Model: Optima
Transmission spec: (AT), 2.4L (VIN 3, 8th digit), US Built (VIN 5, 1st digit)
Engine size: 2.4L
VIN engine code: 3 (VIN digit 8)
Transmission type: Automatic
Availability: 6 units in stock, 29,000–71,000 miles
Donor mileage: 71,000 mi · 59,000 mi · 50,000 mi · 41,000 mi · 35,000 mi · 29,000 mi
Same unit fits: 3 model years (2016–2018)
Warranty: 3 months, parts
Condition: Used OEM, pulled from a donor vehicle — not a rebuild
Inspection: Pressure tested, inspected and VIN-matched
Photos: Of your exact unit, before it ships
Shipping: Strapped and wrapped on a pallet · free freight to repair shops
SKU: TF-T012241

Make sure it fits

Your VIN is on the driver-side dashboard, the door-jamb sticker, and your registration and insurance card.

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Vehicle attributes

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Year

Plant & serial

Engine code (sets the transmission match): character 8 of your VIN should be 3 for this unit.

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The same 2.4L transmission (VIN code 3) fits

A unit from any of these Kia Optima years can go in your vehicle when the VIN code matches.

2016 2017 2018

Kia Optima transmissions by year

20 model years listed · $535 – $5,420

Installation checklist

These steps protect your transmission and keep your warranty valid.

01Have it installed by a qualified mechanic and keep the receipt.
02Fill with new manufacturer-spec fluid and replace the filter and pan gasket.
03Flush the transmission cooler and lines.
04Make sure the torque converter seats fully before bolting up.
05Clear codes and run any required relearn procedure.

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Warranty & delivery

3-month warranty

Internal mechanical defects covered
Claim within 90 days of delivery
Free pickup and replacement, or a refund
Labor, towing and fluids not covered

Full warranty →

Usually 5–7 business days

Palletized freight, tracking by text
Free to repair shops in the lower 48
Home delivery quoted before it ships
Inspect before signing for it

Shipping & returns →

Questions about this transmission

Will this transmission fit my 2017 Kia Optima?+

This unit is VIN code 3 at digit 8. If character 8 of your VIN matches, it's the right transmission. Use the fit check on this page, and a specialist confirms it before shipping.

How is the mileage determined?+

Mileage comes from the donor vehicle's odometer and is printed on your quote and invoice.

Can I see photos of the actual unit?+

Yes. Ask by text or chat and we'll send photos of your exact unit before it ships. Photos on this page are samples.

Is labor covered by the warranty?+

No. The 3-month warranty covers the part against internal mechanical defects. If it fails, we pick it up and ship a replacement at our cost, or refund you.

How long does delivery take?+

Usually 5–7 days by freight. Estimated delivery for an order today: Fri, Nov 20 – Tue, Nov 24. Free to repair shops in the lower 48; home delivery is quoted by text.

Can I return it if I change my mind?+

All sales are final unless something goes wrong with the part, so check fit and ask for photos before you pay.

Still unsure? Text (847) 929-8737 — we reply in minutes.

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