Issue ID | 1486670 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11115514 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | SOUL |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 28/07/18 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | My engine seized while driving in 2016 it was replaced as it was defective at 45,000 miles now 2018 the engine has basically done the same thing with 54,000 miles unable to drive had to wait 2 days for tkia to determine if i was at fualt or the engine itself finally determined it was kia fault to be replaced again due to defect after reading other consumers reports they have had problems with their engines seizing, catching fire etc |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 98000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | HOBART, IN |
VIN pattern | KNDJP3A55E7XXXXXX |
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 | 30 |
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