I discovered along with other kia forte/k3 owners that when it rains, whether it is moderate or heavy, massive water leaks inside engine compartment. this also happens when the car is parked and not move an inch and still i found water all over the engine(after rainy day), battery terminal, fuse case, air filter case, and majority of left side of the engine room as well. dealer told not to worry, but i've had many cars in the past that never experienced this flaw. i'm afraid this can lead to massive engine/rust possibly fire from massive water droplets and high temperature of engine and all kinds of connectors that is exposed as a result of this. i plead nhtsa to investigate this critical and dangerous flaw posed by kia and their irresponsible solution of ignoring passenger safety. as of now, i stopped driving in the rain, and this is extremely inconvenient as a working commuter. i would first test the part where window wipers meet and pour some water there, and then i would use pressure wash to just spray the hood and you'll find what i mean. moderate rain should not create this much water leaks all over the engine compartment. thank you. best to contact me via email if needed. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 kia forte. while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and smoke appeared under the hood. in addition, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the smoke entered the cabin of the vehicle. the vehicle was restarted and taken to wagner kia of shrewsbury (730 boston turnpike, shrewsbury, ma 01545, (508) 581-5700) where the contact was informed that the cause of the failure could not be determined unless it occurred while it was being test driven. the dealer also stated that the vehicle was not covered under warranty. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure six times. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where an unknown part was repaired, but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was made aware of the failures. the failure mileage was 105,000.
I have a 2014 kia forte since september 2013 acquired several days the unit is started having a vibration in the engine. these vibrations are felt throughout the car and when in low or stopped. i took him to the service center where you buy and service technicians always tell me that no faults everything is working well, the vibration that i describe is normal in these cars, this due to the technology of motor bracket. as of today i'm not happy and i understand that the drive is failing. i'm really disappointed with the explanation given me the service center. a new car zero miles per more technology should not have to have much vibration in the engine. further details of the unit that are wrong are the strange sounds of the valves and the sound engine braking. *tr