Issue ID | 1320755 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10909345 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | OPTIMA |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 04/08/16 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Car stalling when accelerating from a stopped position making turns. This is very dangerous to public safety and could cause major collisions. My car did it a few times before engine began knocking and had towed. The kia dealership service department said it was a connector rod bearing defect and ultimately caused total engine failure. Kia is putting the burden on the consumers to prove the defect wasn't caused by poor maintenance even though they have extended warranty to dealerships. This problem will not go away until kia repairs the defect in the engine and human life will be at stake. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 66000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CONWAY, AR |
VIN pattern | 5XXGN4A72EGXXXXXX |
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 | 5 |
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