2.1

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
74,000 miles

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2018 Kia Niro engine problems

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2018 Kia Niro Owner Comments

problem #1

Sep 152023

Niro

  • 74,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2018 Kia Niro. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle started shaking and vibrating abnormally. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the message "Engine Overheating - Request Service Now" and "Engine Control System" was displayed. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that coolant had intruded into the engine block and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact attempted to contact the manufacturer but was unable to reach a Representative. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.

- Menomonee Falls, WI, USA

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