NHTSA Complaint #11434812 — 2013 KIA SORENTO

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Fire

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11434812
Vehicle	2013 KIA SORENTO
Component	FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Date of Incident	September 28, 2021
Date Filed	September 29, 2021
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NY

Consumer Description

Vehicle caught on fire, beginning in the engine compartment. No warning indications showed on the instrument panel. Driver and two children were able to exit the vehicle and notify the fire department. The fire investigator believes the fire started in proximity of the alternator. The engine has been replaced under warranty by Kia twice.

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