{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11736680,"manufacturer":"Kia America, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"04/16/2026","dateComplaintFiled":"05/08/2026","vin":"3KPF24AD9LE","components":"ENGINE","summary":"While driving, the vehicle suddenly began knocking severely, smoking, leaking oil, and then shut off unexpectedly without adequate warning. This created a serious safety hazard and near fire risk.  The engine assembly failed catastrophically. Dealership inspection documented:  connecting rod punctured engine block  bearing material found in oil pan  broken piston components in oil pan  oil leakage underneath engine  complete engine seizure/failure  The dealership confirmed and documented the failure and replaced the engine assembly. Repair records and failed components should still be available for inspection through the dealership.  My safety and the safety of others were placed at risk because the vehicle suddenly lost power while driving. Oil leaked from the damaged engine and the engine compartment began smoking. The engine could have caught fire or caused an accident due to sudden loss of power.  There were no adequate warning indicators before failure. No meaningful oil-pressure or low-oil warning appeared until the vehicle was already smoking and severely damaged.  This failure closely mirrors known Kia engine defect investigations and Recall Campaign SC209 / NHTSA Recall 21V259000 involving:  connecting rod bearing damage  piston oil ring defects  excessive oil consumption  engine seizure  engine stall  fire risk  Although my VIN is not currently included in the recall population, the documented failure symptoms are substantially similar.  I also report that another Kia vehicle in my household, a 2017 Kia Sorento, experienced a separate rod-bearing-related engine seizure despite proper maintenance and documented oil changes. The connecting rod blew a hole through the engine block, causing oil leakage and heavy smoke while driving. The vehicle could have caught fire or exploded, placing my life and others at serious risk due to sudden engine failure without adequate warning. Engine replaced under warranty; concerned for safety after 2 similar Kia failures.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2020","productMake":"KIA","productModel":"FORTE","manufacturer":"Kia America, Inc."}]}]}