Issue ID | 1598210 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11253422 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
Brand | KIA |
Model | SOUL |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 22/08/19 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Headlights go out while driving at night. First noticed around august 22, 2019, but we rarely drive at night. Blink off and then back on. Not connected with any driving conditions like bumps or turns. Happens on interstate at interstate speed and two lane back roads at low speeds. Happens in stop and go traffic. Dash lights stay on. Happens on low or high beams. Unknown if driving lights are affected. Local repair shop diagnosed and could not determine problem or reproduce (invoice included). Lights have not stayed off long enough to stop and examine vehicle. Lights have not stayed off long enough to even try to turn off and back on. Have tried turning on lights and then moving the switch to see if lights would go off but have not been able to reproduce the effect. The consumer stated the dealer is replacing the multifunction switch at no cost. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 97000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | HENRICO, VA |
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 |
Number of cylinders | 4 |
Drive train type | FWD |
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