Tl* the contact owns a 2018 kia stinger. the contact stated that the low beam headlights did not project enough illumination. the contact stated that the failure began ever since the vehicle was purchased on september 3, 2019. the vehicle was taken to ferguson kia (1601 n elm pl, broken arrow, ok 74012) where it was diagnosed that the headlights were performing according to specifications. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 3,000.
The kia dealership performed a manufacturer recommended update/replacement of the ecu. before the replacement my car had ambiant lighting for the cabin that changed lights. after the ecu update/replacement the ambiant lighting doesn't not work and it's no longer an option in my cars settings.
Headlights cannot be adjusted side-2-side. currently both driver and passenger side headlights point off center to the left, blinding on-coming traffic. this is also a massachusetts vehicle safety violation which could result in a rejection when the vehicle is due for inspection.
Condensation" inside" the head light assembly continually appears and hinders the veiw. once after washing the vehicle and several times after a short drive then returning to the vehicle to drive it again. where and when it occurs is random and often. after this cycle continues the inside lens leaves a residual film ultimately requiring replacement. car had 4000 miles on it the first time it was noticed. brand new car. $52000.00.