Trade it in for a Honda or Toyota before it’s too late. That motor is hot garbage

I usually stick with OEM when I can, but in this case aftermarket should suffice.

My preference for OEM:

• If it contains microchips or electronic components, OEM only. (Exceptions apply for simple electronics like HVAC or door lock actuators).
• If it is directly related to safe operation, such as brake pads and calipers (not rotors), OEM only.
• If it requires very tight manufacturing tolerances, such as bearings, OEM only.

Everything else is usually fine to go aftermarket.