NHTSA Complaint #11663871 — 2018 KIA STINGER ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11663871
Vehicle	2018 KIA STINGER
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	May 29, 2025
Date Filed	May 30, 2025
Mileage	93,300 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MI

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Kia Stinger. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the engine started knocking for approximately six minutes. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who declined the repair, due to gaps in between oil changes. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 93,300.

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