NHTSA Complaint #11552007 — 2017 KIA SOUL
ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA
Fire
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11552007 |
| Vehicle | 2017 KIA SOUL |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 109,000 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | Yes |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | AL |
Consumer Description
The contact owned a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 MPH on the interstate, black smoke emanated from the engine compartment. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and the flames of the vehicle grew larger. The contact exited the vehicle when suddenly it exploded. The low oil pressure, air bag, and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The fire department extinguished the fire. The police department was on the scene and confirmed that the fire department filed a report. There were no injuries sustained. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot where it was deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,000.
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