NHTSA Complaint #11648820 — 2016 KIA SEDONA

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11648820
Vehicle	2016 KIA SEDONA
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	March 9, 2025
Date Filed	March 17, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IN

Consumer Description

Engine failed with no warning lights. Oil completely gone with no signs of leaks. Coolant reservoir empty with no signs of where it went. No warning lights of any kind illuminated. Dealer claims rod bearing failure and cannot explain where the oil or coolant went. Engine shows exact issues as the other Kia 3.3 4 cylinder that have known faults that are causing fires and accidents. The Kia 3.3 V6 has the same issues and can cause serious accidents. Kia claims they are offering the same remedy as the 3.3 4 cylinder but they are not.

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