Kia Sued for Using A Soy-Based Wire Coating

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Another day, another manufacturer getting sued for using soy-based wire coating. Plaintiff Campbell claims her 2014 Kia Optima was damaged in December 2016 when rodents chewed the wire harness and wiring. Campbell asked Kia to cover the repairs under warranty but after allegedly making her wait almost a month with the Kia Optima sitting at the dealership, Kia denied her claim for coverage.

This is not a Kia-only problem. Other automakers have made the switch to a soy-based wire coatings and are facing similar lawsuits including Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, and Subaru.

The lawsuit covers owners or lessees in California, Texas, and NJ with most of the 2012-2017 Kia lineup.

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