NHTSA Complaint #11600060 — 2013 KIA OPTIMA

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11600060
Vehicle	2013 KIA OPTIMA
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	June 23, 2024
Date Filed	July 8, 2024
Mileage	159,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	AL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2013 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the knock sensor and engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the vehicle had a Salvage Title and no coverage under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 159,000.

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