| Issue ID | 1504529 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11140038 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | FORTE |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| File date | 26/09/18 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | My engine started making a loud clicking sound when i started the car and continued as i drove, then the check engine light came on. We took it to a mechanic that same day. I spoke with 3 mechanics, all said it's a common engine problem with kia's and they said it was spun crank on the rod bearings and it's a common issue with kia's. I have had the car since 2010 and only have 50k miles on it. They refuse to honor their 100,000 miles 10 year warranty. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 50000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BURLESON, TX |
| VIN pattern | KNAFT4A23A5XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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