{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11678127,"manufacturer":"Kia America, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"08/03/2025","dateComplaintFiled":"08/04/2025","vin":"5XXGT4L30HG","components":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE","summary":"---  **Summary of Complaint \u2013 2017 Kia Optima**  My 2017 Kia Optima (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced sudden engine failure due to a damaged piston. There were no warning signs\u2014no knock codes or dashboard alerts\u2014prior to the malfunction. Despite regular maintenance and timely oil changes, Kia denied warranty coverage, leaving me with significant repair costs.  This issue appears consistent with reported engine problems in similar Kia models and could represent a broader manufacturing defect. I'm submitting this report in hopes of prompting an investigation into a potential safety hazard. A recall may be necessary to prevent similar failures and protect  INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2017","productMake":"KIA","productModel":"OPTIMA","manufacturer":"Kia America, Inc."}]}]}