{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11734964,"manufacturer":"Kia America, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"03/22/2026","dateComplaintFiled":"04/30/2026","vin":"5XYPHDA59HG","components":"ENGINE","summary":"Incident Details: While traveling on MD-152 (Mountain Road) in Fallston, MD, the vehicle suffered a sudden and complete loss of motive power without any prior warning or dashboard indicators. There were no warning lights, no temperature spikes, and no mechanical noises before the engine seized. This sudden failure occurred in active traffic on a busy road, creating an immediate risk of a rear-end collision.  Reason for Denial & Safety Risk: The vehicle is currently at a certified Kia dealership. I am being denied a remedy for this catastrophic engine failure due to \"insufficient maintenance records.\" However, the Kia service department has confirmed in writing that \"sludge is not a factor\" in this case. Mechanically, the absence of sludge proves the engine was not neglected.  Manufacturer Failure: After being denied and exploring other avenues, I have learned that the 2017 Sorento 3.3L V6 is covered under Kia Warranty Extension WTY035 (15 years/180,000 miles) for catastrophic engine failure related to head bolt and gasket defects. By using a lack of paperwork to deny a claim for a \"sludge-free\" engine, Kia is bypassing its safety obligations for a documented manufacturing flaw. I am reporting this as a dangerous \"loss of motive power\" defect that mirrors existing Kia engine safety recalls across their product line, and warrants federal oversight.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2017","productMake":"KIA","productModel":"SORENTO","manufacturer":"Kia America, Inc."}]}]}