| Issue ID | 1709853 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11378616 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SOUL |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 06/08/20 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Iin august while driving, my oil light flashed briefly and then went out. When i pulled into my driveway i checked my oil and there was barely any oil in the car. Based on my millage i was not yet do for an oil change and had not seen any indication that i was leaking oil ( not spots in driveway) i added oil and took the car to the dealership who did an oil change and began oil consumption tests. Engine is making a knocking noise constantly and rattling noise when decelerating. Oil is not leaking on ground but car is consistently losing oil. Idles rough. I have already completed 3 oil consumption tests with kia dealer who stated that there is a known issue with the 3rd cylinder rod bearing in these engines, just waiting for my diagnostic appointment. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 70000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | ELKTON, MD |
| VIN pattern | KNDJN2A21F7XXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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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 | 55 |
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