NHTSA Complaint #11515709 — 2016 KIA FORTE

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11515709
Vehicle 2016 KIA FORTE
Component ENGINE
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage 127,000 miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State WI

Consumer Description

Engine failed due to rod knock at 127,000 miles, this is a known defect with the car. Kia is refusing to replace the engine even though they know they are designed poorly and fail. Knock sensor and flashing engine light came on, had all the qualifications for the replacement but Kia is making excuses and denying it. I have all the paperwork and maintences done on time and they still won’t cover it. My corroded brake lines were supposed to be fixed under the recall and they have had them on back order since September of 2022. Dealership has no loaner cars to provide.

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