| Issue ID | 1522422 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11161809 |
| Manufacurer | Kia Motors America |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | STINGER |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| File date | 29/07/18 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Condensation" inside" the head light assembly continually appears and hinders the veiw. Once after washing the vehicle and several times after a short drive then returning to the vehicle to drive it again. Where and when it occurs is random and often. After this cycle continues the inside lens leaves a residual film ultimately requiring replacement. Car had 4000 miles on it the first time it was noticed. Brand new car. $52000. 00. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DELAVAN, WI |
| VIN pattern | KNAE55LC8J6XXXXXX |
| 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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