When did KIA Know about the oil sludge problem?
The plaintiff claims Hyundai and Kia have known about the oil sludge problems because dealers were sent technical service bulletins in 2012 regarding Theta II engines that suffered from knocking noises.
What kind of oil sludge in Kia Sorento?
April 24, 2018 — A Hyundai oil sludge lawsuit alleges Kia and Hyundai vehicles equipped with Theta II engines have fuel injection systems that cause contaminants to invade the engine oil. Plaintiff Andrea Smolek and her husband purchased a new 2015 Kia Sorento LX with a 2.4L Theta II engine in October 2014 from a dealership in Illinois.
Is there a problem with the Kia engine?
Even numerous complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), have not prompted Kia to repair the engine oil defect or or to reimburse customers who incurred out-of-pocket expenses to repair the defect. The lawsuit cites at least 19 customer complaints filed with the NHTSA.
What happens when you put oil sludge in the engine?
Pumping oil sludge through the engine’s oil ports causes the ports to clog and restricts the flow of oil, leaving the moving parts to rub directly on each other. This metal-on-metal contact creates metal shavings that combine with the oil sludge and causes total engine failure from bearings that seize.
What causes an oil leak in a Kia?
Over time, the contaminants in the oiling system cause the connecting rod bearings to fracture and spew large amounts of metal debris into the engine oil, which it cannot filter out to maintain necessary oil pressure.
How often should I change the oil in my Kia Sportage?
Maintenance intervals for Theta II 2.0 L T-GDI: every 6,000 km (3,750 miles) or 6 months Repeatedly driving short distances at low speeds can cause deposits to form in the fuel system and engine, resulting in poor starting and poor acceleration. If these problems occur, you are advised…
Even numerous complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), have not prompted Kia to repair the engine oil defect or or to reimburse customers who incurred out-of-pocket expenses to repair the defect. The lawsuit cites at least 19 customer complaints filed with the NHTSA.
What causes a Kia Sorento to stall at high speed?
Co-plaintiff Jodie Peltier of Illinois alleges similar circumstances with her 2013 Kia Sorento, which caused her vehicle to dangerously stall during high speed. It is believed the connecting rod bearings in certain engines fail as metal debris circulate throughout the engine via the engine oil.