# 2016 KIA SOUL — ENGINE
> NHTSA complaint `1887888` · 2023-04-15 · Kia America, Inc.
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 0
- **Fire:** Yes
- **Crash:** No
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** No
## Vehicle
- **Make:** KIA
- **Model:** SOUL
- **Year:** 2016
- **Manufacturer:** Kia America, Inc.
- **Component:** ENGINE
- **Speed:** 3 mph
## Narrative
Was idling at a red light, the engine warning light came on, and my engine set on fire. No reason. I jumped out of the car. Thankfully someone came over and threw water on it.  Engine to be completely rebuilt (under warranty). Took 3 weeks.
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