{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11767635,"manufacturer":"Kia America, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"09/15/2026","dateComplaintFiled":"09/29/2026","vin":"5XXGT4L30KG","components":"ENGINE","summary":"The vehicle experienced a sudden and severe loss of engine power while being driven on the interstate at highway speeds. The vehicle lost the ability to accelerate normally beyond approximately 60 mph, the Check Engine Light began flashing rapidly, and the vehicle entered “Limp Home Mode.” This sudden loss of power occurred in heavy traffic and created an immediate risk of a high-speed rear-end collision.  The vehicle was subsequently inspected by an authorized Kia dealership service center. Diagnostic testing confirmed DTC P1326 (Knock Sensor Detection System). The dealership performed the manufacturer’s Bearing Clearance Test (BCT), and the dealership paperwork documents a “NO PASS BCT” result.  The dealership paperwork also documents that Service Campaign SC340 (Theta II 2.4L GDI ECM Software Upgrade) was performed on the vehicle.  Despite the documented P1326 condition and the manufacturer’s “NO PASS BCT” result, the dealership is refusing to provide the engine replacement as a covered repair and has instead quoted approximately $9,000 for the engine replacement.  I am requesting that NHTSA review this matter because the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power at highway speeds, followed by a documented “NO PASS BCT” result from the manufacturer’s diagnostic procedure. The vehicle remains an unresolved safety concern.  I am also requesting review of whether Kia is properly applying the applicable P1326/BCT engine-replacement procedure and associated coverage to this vehicle.  The vehicle and all diagnostic and service paperwork are available for inspection upon request.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2019","productMake":"KIA","productModel":"OPTIMA","manufacturer":"Kia America, Inc."}]}]}