NHTSA Complaint #11478212 — 2016 KIA SOUL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11478212
Vehicle	2016 KIA SOUL
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Date of Incident	July 30, 2022
Date Filed	August 8, 2022
Mileage	102,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OR

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving approximately 85 MPH, there was an abnormal ticking noise detected. The contact stated that the connecting rod went through the engine block. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 102,000.

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