NHTSA Complaint #11460741 — 2014 KIA SOUL

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming oil at an excessive rate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on multiple occasions, however, the failure persisted. The contact also stated that the vehicle was making an abnormal sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a misfire. The contact then received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V750000 (Engine) however, the dealer informed her that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000. Parts distribution disconnect.