NHTSA Complaint #11646003 — 2021 KIA SELTOS

SUSPENSION issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11646003
Vehicle	2021 KIA SELTOS
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	March 17, 2022
Date Filed	March 3, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

The car constantly thumps or bangs. Since 15,000 miles. I have had Kia dealer investigate but nothing. The suspension is horrible.

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