Issue ID | 1447085 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11072914 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 28/07/17 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | While we were driving on a busy freeway, the hybrid engine seized with less than 120,000 miles. Dealership stated that they have had seen several hybrid engines that have seized, but kia has not issued any recalls. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 120000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WAVERLY HALL, GA |
VIN pattern | KNAGM4AD7C5XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 55 |
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