| Issue ID | 1447786 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11073428 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SPORTAGE |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 17/02/18 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While driving on the highway the front end began to make a loud rattling noise. The vehicle was stopped and towed to a mechanic who informed me that the engine would need to be replaced. This issue is the same one as described in the recall sc147, however, my vin has not been included in the recall. This recall should be expanded. The vehicle was maintained regularly and all maintenance suggested was always promptly performed. This $7,000 should be the responsibility of kia. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 89000 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | FORT MYERS, FL |
| VIN pattern | KNDPB3A24D7XXXXXX |
| 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 | 45 |
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