NHTSA Complaint #11646521 — 2018 KIA RIO ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11646521
Vehicle	2018 KIA RIO
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	March 5, 2025
Date Filed	March 5, 2025
Mileage	102,316 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a cylinder #1 misfire. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,316.

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