NHTSA Complaint #11454730 — 2016 KIA SEDONA

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11454730
Vehicle	2016 KIA SEDONA
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	October 28, 2021
Date Filed	March 1, 2022
Mileage	60,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	GA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was then towed the following day to the dealer. The contact was informed by the mechanic that gasoline was leaking into the and mixing with the engine oil. Additionally, the plastic piece around the timing belt was cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

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