| Issue ID | 1587562 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11240588 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SPORTAGE |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 12/07/19 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 7/12/19 while driving about 20 miles an hr picking up speed, i noticed my car was acting a little strange and making some odd noises. My car was driven home and sat until monday when it was taken to the garage. The garage informed my that thursday i would need a new engine. They stated that when they were looking into this issue and searching for a new engine, they discovered its was common problem and couldn't come by an engine for my car. I am absolutely devastated. Single mother working hard everyday. Now i am left with no vehicle. 2013 kia sportage with 124,000 miles the newest car ive ever owned. Bought last year, still owe money on it. Never again. Don't buy this car!!!!! |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 124000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WAVERLY, NY |
| VIN pattern | KNDPBCA27D7XXXXXX |
| 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 | 20 |
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