NHTSA Complaint #11618263 — 2015 KIA OPTIMA
SERVICE BRAKES issue reported to NHTSA
Fire
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11618263 |
| Vehicle | 2015 KIA OPTIMA |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | N/A miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | Yes |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | GA |
Consumer Description
Engine fire
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