| Issue ID | 1506147 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11141332 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | FORTE |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| File date | 01/10/18 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The steering coupler went bad. Started hearing loud clicking noise when driving called kia they are aware of the issue but only warranty is on optimal and souls as of now for it. The piece cost $1. 08 the labor is $350 was what i was quoted . Also told they replace tons of them a week . Ridiculous kia make it across the board. The coupler is an important piece. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 61000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | FORT MYERS, FL |
| VIN pattern | KNAFX4A81E5XXXXXX |
| 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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