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2014 KIA FORTE Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	1110744
Internal NHTSA #	10633424
Manufacurer	Kia Motors America
Brand	KIA
Model	FORTE
Model Year	2014
File date	06/06/14
Component	ENGINE
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	I discovered along with other kia forte/k3 owners that when it rains, whether it is moderate or heavy, massive water leaks inside engine compartment. This also happens when the car is parked and not move an inch and still i found water all over the engine(after rainy day), battery terminal, fuse case, air filter case, and majority of left side of the engine room as well. Dealer told not to worry, but i've had many cars in the past that never experienced this flaw. I'm afraid this can lead to massive engine/rust possibly fire from massive water droplets and high temperature of engine and all kinds of connectors that is exposed as a result of this. I plead nhtsa to investigate this critical and dangerous flaw posed by kia and their irresponsible solution of ignoring passenger safety. As of now, i stopped driving in the rain, and this is extremely inconvenient as a working commuter. I would first test the part where window wipers meet and pour some water there, and then i would use pressure wash to just spray the hood and you'll find what i mean. Moderate rain should not create this much water leaks all over the engine compartment. Thank you. Best to contact me via email if needed.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	1500
Number of Occurences	1
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	CENTREVILLE, VA
VIN pattern	XXXXXX
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
Was part original equipment?
No. of injured persons	0
No. of fatalities	0
Date of purchase	07/08/26
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	N
Cruise control	N
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Failure is the state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, and may be viewed as the opposite of success. Product failure ranges from failure to sell the product to fracture of the product, in the worst cases leading to personal injury, the province of forensic engineering.
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2014 KIA FORTE Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2014 KIA FORTE Engine Problems, Complaints and Defects

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