NHTSA Complaint #11585388 — 2013 KIA SOUL

EXTERIOR LIGHTING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11585388
Vehicle	2013 KIA SOUL
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Date of Incident	April 23, 2024
Date Filed	April 26, 2024
Mileage	110,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2013 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the low beam headlights started to flicker off and on. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 110,000.

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