10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #23

Oct 312000

Sephia

  • miles
3rd time problem with rotors.turned 1X, replaced 1X.check engine light came on and they're claiming that the wiring is corroded all over the car.admits Kia has problem with rotors, but won't fix it because I haven't used dealership for routine and maintenance (too expensive and bad hours...they charged $200 more than any other place for 30K service!same work involved!

- Melbourne, FL, USA

problem #22

Jun 142001

(reported on)

Sephia

  • miles
The last time my rotors warped for the fifth time, my dealer wasn't going to replaced them until I had a lengthy discussion with him and he called the manufacturer. He did not replace the brake pads this time because Kia would not authorize that expense. They are warping again for the sixth time. I have never had a car with as many problems as this car(some are not listed). I don't feel safe in it at all.

- Elmira, NY, USA

problem #21

Jan 252001

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving about any mph vehicle will suddenly accelerate without a prior warning.consumer will step on brakes pedal to stop acceleration, but vehicle will not stop, and concerned about fact of an accident. Transmission failed. Brakes make noise due to rotor failure. Wiper blades failed. Battery failed.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #20

Apr 012000

Sephia

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Vehicle stalls at any speed. Consumer had brakes/rotors and idle control valve replaced.

- Beinbridge Island, WA, USA

problem #19

Dec 222000

(reported on)

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes rotors are prematurely wearing, cause unknown. Engine surges when stopping and some time shut down when starting.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

problem #18

May 122000

(reported on)

Sephia

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Brake vibration, replace both front brake disk and rotors, due to brake disk out of round

- Kingwood, TX, USA

problem #17

May 022000

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission was replaced twice/ the engine seized at 30000 miles/ the brakes warped three times and were replaced 3 times/ the windows are hard to open and close/ the brake pedal is extremely low.

- Staten Island, NY, USA

problem #16

Jan 291999

Sephia

  • miles
Rotors warped on three occasions, pad replaced on two occasions, failures causing pulsation. Mjs

- Portsmouth, VA, USA

problem #15

Feb 012000

Sephia

  • miles
Front brake rotors malfunctioned, causing uneven wear and tear which resulted in extended stopping distance, and could cause a crash. Dealer was aware of the problem.

- Windsor, PA, USA

problem #14

Jan 272000

Sephia

  • miles
Kia motors needs to recall the brake system on the Sephia. There are way too many people haveing problems with thier brakes. My rotors should not be worn out at 29,000 miles, none the less have to be replaced agian at 36,000. Please contact Kia about this annoying and dangerous problem.

- Louisville, TN, USA

problem #13

Dec 011999

Sephia

  • miles
I have had the brake rotors replaced 3 times due to warpage, this causes vibration.

- Marlton, NJ, USA

problem #12

Sep 231999

(reported on)

Sephia

  • miles
Whenever brakes were applied, they would feel mushy & make loud noises. Been to dealer & informed by mechanic the rotors needed changing. Had rotors changed 6 times & still problem exists.

- Chula Vista, CA, USA

problem #11

Mar 141998

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The brakes and rotors were excessively worn outand replaced twice. Tansmission faild causing, loud knocking noise and new transmission was replaced. Left axle failed and replaced. The battery went out. The vehicle failed to start.

- Danville, VA, USA

problem #10

Apr 151998

Sephia

  • miles
Vehicle has been expeiencing on-going problem with brake system; been in dealer shop on three occasions before correction was made. And engine check light was intermittently coming on until correction was made concerning the clutch.. can NHTSA provide further detail in this matter.

- Danville, VA, USA

problem #9

Apr 271999

(reported on)

Sephia

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Brake rotors replaced several times due to extreme pulsation and extended stopping distances. Mjs

- Fairview, OR, USA

problem #8

Dec 051997

Sephia

  • miles
Brakes malfunctioned; warped front brake rotors, causing extented stopping distance, resulting in loss of control/crash. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy.

- Hurricane, WV, USA

problem #7

Jan 291999

(reported on)

Sephia

  • miles
When traveling at normal highway speed and when aapplying brakes, front brake rotors vibrate very hard. They feel like they are going to collapse, and they make a grinding sound. Dealer has been contacted.

- Staford, VA, USA

problem #6

Dec 161998

(reported on)

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Rotors failed several times.

- Little Egg Harbor, NJ, USA

problem #5

Mar 241998

Sephia

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Within 6,000 miles the front brake rotors have been cut down on two occasions, and currently needs to be replaced. *akfront rotors cut down 2 times within 6500 miles, then replaced the third time at 6500, rotors were replaced with new slighly thicker rotors.

- Johnstown, PA, USA

problem #4

Aug 071998

Sephia

  • miles
Warped front and rear rotors/ intermittent stalling. Replaced starter/battery/throttle body/starter motor and adjusted timing gear and chain.

- Delray Bea, FL, USA

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