Business ProfileforDutch Miller Kia

In January of 2023, I purchased a 2020 *** **** with $1K down from Dutch Miller Kia in Charlotte NC. On May 17, 2024 I visited *** *** service **** in ********* sc because my engine light was blinking. The codes showed issues with the engine and a recall. The engine was replaced in one day with no cost. On September 24, 2024 I again visited *** *** service **** because my engine light was blinking again. The codes once again showed engine issues and a recall. I got the engine replaced at no cost, and was placed in a rental paying about $285 out of pocket. On October 7, I was told that the car was ready. I arrived to get the car and attempted to drive away, but the acceleration won't work properly. After another day in the shop, the tech said that the transmission was failing and the repairs were almost $5000 out of pocket. According to the ****, after repairs are made the cars are test driven. I don't think mine was driven because I immediately felt the difference when I started driving. I don't understand how the technician didn't realize something was wrong if he had truly test driven my car after installing the engine. I also believe, and so does my personal mechanic, that the failing transmission was due to the recalled engine. Jts *** says this not the case, but I do think it is. I do not feel I should have to pay for any repairs because all of it was because of the bad engine. I also do not think I should have been responsible for any portion of the rental. Neither dealership is willing to work with me to get the car repaired or to get the car replaced without me coming out of pocket first. I feel like I was sold a bad car from the beginning and it's ridiculous to have 2 engine recalls in less than 6 months which clearly caused issues with other parts. My family needs a reliable car, and this car is dead. I feel taken advantage of by Dutch Miller Kia because of my financial situation and my dire need for a car at the time. Please help me resolve this issue.