| Issue ID | 1563902 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11207304 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SPORTAGE |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 10/05/19 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The engine seized, a rod broke and pierced engine while driving. Kia has several recalls on their vehicles for this but mine wasn't recalled and it is the same problem as those recalled. This could of caused a serious accident had it been on the highway or interstate but i happened to be in neighborhood. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 137694 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | LAVISTA, NE |
| VIN pattern | KNDPCCA25D7XXXXXX |
| 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 | 5 |
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