# 2018 KIA SOUL — ENGINE
> NHTSA complaint `1892649` · 2023-05-04 · 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:** 2018
- **Manufacturer:** Kia America, Inc.
- **Component:** ENGINE
## Narrative
While driving on the highway… engine ceased and went on fire.  Safety was at risk I could have died…. The vehicle has been inspected.  I know it is from an engine defect, but believe they are dragging their feet.  There was no warning
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