NHTSA Complaint #11607671 — 2021 KIA FORTE

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11607671
Vehicle	2021 KIA FORTE
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	January 24, 2024
Date Filed	August 10, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	GA

Consumer Description

There is loud sound associated with the steering column! It has locked on me before and wouldn’t allow me to turn the vehicle. It has been to the dealership several times only for them to not be able to pinpoint the issue.i have a video but no pictures.

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