2018 Kia Optima transmission control module price snapshot
- Low
- $30
- Average
- $137
- High
- $1,025
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Kia Optima Transmission Control Module prices
Year-specific used transmission control module pricing for the 2018 Kia Optima, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
PPPartPriceGuide Editorial Team·Automotive Parts Specialist
Reviewed by PartPriceGuide Technical ReviewLast updated: Aug 23, 2026A used 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module costs between $30 and $1,025, with a median of $113 from 1,312 salvage yard listings.
Price summary
A used 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module costs $30 to $1,025, with a median asking price of $113. Based on 1,312 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2016–2020 (5 model years), updated Aug 23, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$111
Grade B (good)$125
Grade C (fair)$75
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$30–$1,0251,056 listings
Grade BStandard used$32–$428211 listings
Grade CVisible wear$60–$1406 listings
Grade XUngraded$40–$45039 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $30–$1,025 | 1,056 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $32–$428 | 211 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $60–$140 | 6 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $40–$450 | 39 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$111
Grade B$125
Grade C$75
Ungraded$75
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $30–$1,025 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module replacement cost?
- Used part
- $113
- 2018 Kia Optima median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$300
- 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $210–$415
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission control module replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission control module replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), conventional ignition, ID 95400D500050 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$132$45 – $250
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), LX, (ID 95400D4090)47 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$100$40 – $240
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), conventional ignition, ID 95400D501045 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$146$50 – $235
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), keyless ignition (Smart Key), ID 95400D504045 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$100$50 – $235
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), keyless ignition (Smart Key), ID 95400D505044 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$166$50 – $275
Cooling Fan, (fan controller, on shroud), ID 25385D520044 listingsInterchange 2016–2020$99$40 – $243
Transmission, transmission control (1.6L, 7 speed DCT)44 listingsInterchange 2016–2019$120$50 – $335
Theft-Locking, keyless entry (RH dash), US market, ID 95480D500039 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$120$40 – $207
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), conventional ignition, ID 95400D502038 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$99$50 – $202
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), keyless ignition (Smart Key), ID 95400D507035 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$166$40 – $275
Steering, (motor driven power steering, column mounted), ID 56340D450035 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$99$40 – $235
Steering, (motor driven power steering, column mounted), ID 56340D550035 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$99$50 – $300
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, ID 95400A805034 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$100$50 – $236
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), keyless ignition (Smart Key), ID 95400D506033 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$105$65 – $242
Cooling Fan, (fan controller, on shroud), ID 25385E600032 listingsInterchange 2016–2019$99$32 – $219
Transmission, oil pump control (2.0L, Hybrid, LH frame rail), ID 461903D70031 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$192$100 – $1,025
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, ID 95400A806030 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$179$75 – $405
Driver Assist, alert sound (center dash, HEV and PHEV)28 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$106$50 – $258
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), conventional ignition, ID 95400D510027 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$99$65 – $305
Theft-Locking, keyless entry (RH dash), US market, ID 95480A8000 (HEV, PHEV)27 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$105$50 – $335
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), conventional ignition, ID 95400D512025 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$110$75 – $305
Driver Assist, surround view camera control, ID 95770D501019 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$155$75 – $850
Memory, (seat, under LH seat), ID 95450A8000 (HEV, PHEV)19 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$81$70 – $756
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), keyless ignition (Smart Key), ID 95400D517012 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$110$40 – $150
Lamps, (headlamp control, LED adaptive, center dash), ID 92170A820010 listingsInterchange 2017–2020$99$75 – $219
Power Supply, (battery management system, on battery), VIN C (8th digit, hybrid)10 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$386$250 – $428
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), keyless ignition (Smart Key), ID 95400D51608 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$150$40 – $236
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), keyless ignition (Smart Key), ID 95400D52708 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$101$40 – $270
Transmission, oil pump control (2.0L, Hybrid, LH frame rail), ID 461903D750 (PHEV)8 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$211$186 – $450
Driver Assist, surround view camera control, ID 95770A8200 (PHEV)6 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$125$65 – $219
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, ID 95400A8AM05 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$150$125 – $245
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), keyless ignition (Smart Key), ID 95400D52605 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$91$40 – $101
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, ID 95400A80804 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$131$111 – $141
Theft-Locking, keyless entry (RH dash), Canada market, ID 95480A8200 (HEV, PHEV)4 listingsInterchange 2017–2019$121$30 – $159
Lamps, (headlamp control, LED adaptive, center dash), ID 92170D52004 listingsInterchange 2017–2020$131$85 – $178
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, ID 95400A80702 listings$141$40 – $141
Body Control (BCM), (RH dash), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, ID 95400A81102 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$136$131 – $136
Power Supply, (battery management system, on battery), VIN D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid), ID 37513A85102 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$450$400 – $450
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 Kia Optima compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 1,939 observed listings, including 1,312 with posted prices. Its $113 median is 3% above the Kia Optima guide's $110 median.
Among the 5 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #4 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020. Shopping across all 5 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
What does a Kia Optima transmission control module cost in other years?
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What other Kia Optima parts are priced?
01wide ±117%
Engine
$2,500median
$150$6,017
02wide ±323%
Transmission
$649median
$75$4,267
03wide ±138%
Front Bumper
$272median
$13$765
04wide ±129%
Rear Bumper
$243median
$25$650
05wide ±129%
Hood
$401median
$100$1,132
06wide ±642%
Fender
$137median
$40$1,800
07wide ±2633%
Headlight Assembly
$476median
$30$25,100
08wide ±1110%
Tail Light
$125median
$25$2,800
09wide ±224%
Alternator
$88median
$30$425
10wide ±126%
Starter
$110median
$30$307
11wide ±604%
Radiator
$146median
$35$1,800
12wide ±209%
AC Compressor
$133median
$44$600
13
Transfer Case
Price data updating
14wide ±189%
Axle Shaft
$101median
$19$400
15wide ±148%
Strut
$75median
$35$257
16wide ±273%
Steering Rack
$283median
$40$1,587
17wide ±264%
Grille
$140median
$19$759
18wide ±11384%
Side Mirror
$132median
$20$30,075
19wide ±111%
Turbocharger
$474median
$100$1,155
20wide ±317%
AC Condenser
$110median
$25$723
21wide ±272%
Wheels
$125median
$19$700
22wide ±492%
Fuel Pump
$115median
$40$1,172
23wide ±237%
Water Pump
$75median
$20$375
24wide ±108%
Power Steering Pump
$125median
$30$300
25wide ±169%
ABS Module
$175median
$40$631
26
Differential
Price data updating
27wide ±5661%
Engine Computer
$102median
$25$11,573
28wide ±142%
Throttle Body
$73median
$20$228
29wide ±2048%
Brake Caliper
$50median
$12$2,060
30spread ±48%
Drive Shaft
$300median
$75$361
31wide ±127%
Tailgate
$335median
$50$900
32wide ±147%
Intake Manifold
$131median
$30$415
33wide ±21781%
Control Arm
$72median
$20$31,385
34wide ±162%
Blower Motor
$116median
$30$405
35wide ±170%
Exhaust Manifold
$454median
$54$1,600
36wide ±213%
Steering Column
$195median
$51$880
37wide ±142%
Fuel Tank
$143median
$40$445
38wide ±167%
Window Regulator
$114median
$30$410
39wide ±159%
Instrument Cluster
$85median
$10$280
40wide ±380%
Torque Converter
$125median
$50$1,000
41wide ±80%
Steering Wheel
$150median
$35$275
42wide ±385%
Ignition Switch
$100median
$30$800
43wide ±421%
Car Radio
$177median
$10$1,500
44wide ±147%
Heater Core
$116median
$61$401
45wide ±150%
Rear View Mirror
$100median
$25$325
46wide ±527%
Sunroof
$126median
$46$1,375
47wide ±113%
Master Cylinder
$99median
$20$243
48wide ±166%
Fog Light
$110median
$20$386
49wide ±1238%
Center Console
$100median
$25$2,500
50wide ±288%
Air Bag
$125median
$35$755
51wide ±140%
Door Assembly
$250median
$50$750
52wide ±86%
Quarter Panel
$400median
$55$740
53wide ±119%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$300median
$20$731
54wide ±389%
Front Seat
$176median
$30$1,400
Common questions
2018 Kia Optima transmission control module FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module?
Based on 1,312 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module lists between $30 and $1,025, with a median asking price of $113.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module?
Using a used part, a 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module replacement typically runs $210–$415 all-in: the median used transmission control module for this year lists at $113, and independent-shop labor for transmission control module replacement typically takes 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$300). The labor figure does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module also appear under model years 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 Kia Optima tcm?
A tcm is another name for a transmission control module. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Kia Optima transmission control module — median $113, from 1,312 listings.