Issue ID | 1002928 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10535140 |
Manufacurer | Kia Motors Corporation |
Brand | KIA |
Model | FORTE |
Model Year | 2010 |
File date | 30/10/12 |
Component | WHEELS |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The tpms on three tires have corroded and caused loss of tire pressure. This has lead to having to replace all three sensors. When this sensor corrodes, you cannot add any air to the tire for a temp fix until it is repaired and you are forced to drive on the spare tire. This repair runs around $200 at the local kia dealer. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 52000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | ERIE, PA |
VIN pattern | KNAFW4A34A5XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 21/04/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 4 |
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