NHTSA Complaint #11448899 — 2013 KIA OPTIMA

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash 1 Injury

Complaint Details

ODI Number 11448899
Vehicle 2013 KIA OPTIMA
Component POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage 31,000 miles
Crash Yes
Fire No
Injuries 1
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State IN

Consumer Description

The contact owned a 2013 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle accelerated to a speed which caused the vehicle to go over a medium and crash into a tree. The air bags did deploy. No warning lights illuminated on the vehicle. The contact was the only person in the vehicle, and sustain injuries to their chest and lower back. There was medical treatment at the scene however the contact did not go to the hospital for further evaluation. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an auto body shop where it was deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,000.

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