Issue ID | 1496451 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11128399 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 08/09/18 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2012 kia optima. While driving 30 mph, the contact heard a knocking and clicking noise coming from the engine. The engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to a safe area. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer or certified mechanic. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,600. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 120600 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | FOREST PARK, GA |
VIN pattern | 5XXGM4A70CGXXXXXX |
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 |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 30 |
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