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Valvoline Fixed The Wrong Oil With More Wrong Oil, So The Owner Found A Third Option

7 April 2026, 1:00 am

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Valvoline Fixed The Wrong Oil With More Wrong Oil, So The Owner Found A Third Option
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Valvoline Fixed The Wrong Oil With More Wrong Oil, So The Owner Found A Third Option
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Summary: An Indiana man is suing Valvoline after his 2025 Kia Sorento was filled with incorrect oil viscosity twice. Despite Kia recommending 0W-30, Valvoline used 5W-30, then repeated the error. Campbell seeks damages, alleging Valvoline lacks compliant oil specifications and caused engine damage.

Brands mentioned: Valvoline, Kia, Carnival

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