NHTSA Complaint #11523057 — 2010 KIA FORTE

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11523057
Vehicle 2010 KIA FORTE
Component ENGINE
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State PA

Consumer Description

Engine piston knock getting ready to fail and lock up which could cause a crash and loss of control of car.

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