NHTSA Complaint #11715915 — 2019 KIA FORTE

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11715915
Vehicle	2019 KIA FORTE
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	January 29, 2026
Date Filed	February 5, 2026
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IA

Consumer Description

Engine stalled while driving causing the car to turn off in traffic. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. This caused loss of power and steering at 45 miles per hour and could have caused a collision. A licensed and accredited auto mechanic has confirmed that the engine is a total loss. The same day and shortly before the engine stalled, a check engine light appeared. The driver was on his way home and had planned to park the car and have it towed to the mechanic the next day.

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