NHTSA Complaint #11535016 — 2019 KIA SOUL

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11535016
Vehicle	2019 KIA SOUL
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	October 12, 2018
Date Filed	July 28, 2023
Mileage	50,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the driver's and passenger’s side rear brake lights malfunctioned and were replaced on several occasions. While replacing the brake light bulbs, the contact discovered that the light bulb sockets were charred and melted. Additionally, the vehicle had experienced excessive oil consumption. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 50,000.

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