Issue ID | 1642613 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11307880 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | SOUL |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 07/02/20 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | While driving on the interstate at highway speed. Approx 70-75 mph. The engine made a rattling noise and suddenly lost power. Was able to coast to side of interstate and get off the road. Car was towed and checked by mechanic. Complete engine failure and rod thrown through bottom of engine. Car was well maintained with regular oil changes. No warning lights ever came on. Car to this point was always very reliable and never had any issues. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 113000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CLAY CITY, KY |
VIN pattern | KNDJP3A51E7XXXXXX |
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 | 75 |
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