NHTSA Complaint #11525075 — 2014 KIA SOUL

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11525075
Vehicle	2014 KIA SOUL
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	June 2, 2023
Date Filed	June 2, 2023
Mileage	145,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MS

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle, followed by the vehicle coming to a complete stop. The contact stated there was an oil leak underneath the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent and the contact was informed that an engine rod had fell out the engine, causing the oil to leak out the engine. The contact stated that the engine needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 145,000.

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