NHTSA Complaint #11448676 — 2018 KIA SPORTAGE

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11448676
Vehicle	2018 KIA SPORTAGE
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	January 22, 2022
Date Filed	January 24, 2022
Mileage	86,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CT

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving a knocking noise was suddenly present coming from the engine and warning messages were present on the dashboard display before the vehicle stalled. Later while attempting the start the engine a burning odor and smoke were present coming from the engine compartment. The engine was turned off and the smoke dissipated. The cause of the failures was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 86,000.

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