| Issue ID | 1323367 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10911371 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | FORTE |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| File date | 03/10/16 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | On sept 30, 2016 i noticed a popping noise in my steering wheel, after looking online for reasons it could be doing so, i decided to take into the dealership to have it checked out. Thinking it could be a coupling as stated in review that i have seen. Kia of auburn, called and said that i needed my steering column replaced. A steering column just doesn't go out. There hasn't been no major damage to the front end besides a small fender bender. Cost is going to be over $800. Like i said a steering column just doesn't go out. This should be checked into. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CUSSETA, AL |
| VIN pattern | KNAFU4A20A5XXXXXX |
| 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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