| Issue ID | 1603914 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11257689 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | OPTIMA HYBRID |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 16/09/19 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 kia optima hybrid. While driving 45 mph, the contact noticed that the check charging system warning indicator illuminated. While attempting to maneuver the vehicle to the side of the road, it completely shut off. The vehicle was towed to earnhardt kia (2121 e bell rd, phoenix, az 85022, 602-346-5400) where it was diagnosed that there was electrical failure; however, the specifics were unknown. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 73000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | GLENDALE, AZ |
| VIN pattern | KNAGM4AD8D5XXXXXX |
| 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 | 45 |
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