NHTSA Complaint #11184940 — 2012 KIA FORTE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Fire

Complaint Details

ODI Number 11184940
Vehicle 2012 KIA FORTE
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage 81,555 miles
Crash No
Fire Yes
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State WI

Consumer Description

THE STEREO WIRES MELTED AND STARTED A FIRE IN THE DASHBOARD. FIRE WAS PUT OUT. STEREO IS DAMAGED.

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