NHTSA Complaint #11425963 — 2012 KIA SOUL

STEERING:COLUMN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11425963
Vehicle 2012 KIA SOUL
Component STEERING:COLUMN
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage 108,000 miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State GA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2012 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving 55-65 mph, the steering wheel vibrated and made a knocking sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed that the steering column was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.

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