Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Kia / Sephia / 1996
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
003041809 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Dt: the consumer stated that on december 1, 2003 the dashboard lifted up in the front when turning on the defroster . it did not defog the window,
996312866 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I PURCHASED A 1996 KIA SEPHIA AND HAVE THE SAME PROBLAM AS ALOT OF OTHER OWNERS. THE DASHBOARD IS LIFTING AND PEELING AWAY FROM THE FRAME.*AK
004308473 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Abs braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. consumer noticed while applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor. consumer drove
002272106 KIA SEPHIA 1996 It is unbelieveable that there is no recall on the dashboards for kia vehicles. i own a kia sephia and it seems like the dashboard cracks and peels
999271960 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Dashboard is separating from the frame of the interior of the vehicle. dealer has examined the vehicle on four occasions, and was unable to resolve
0000254657 KIA SEPHIA 1996 THE DASHBOARD IS RISING AND THE DEFROSTER DOESN'T WORK, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY TO THE DRIVER. *AK *MR
0000254656 KIA SEPHIA 1996 THE DASHBOARD IS RISING AND THE DEFROSTER DOESN'T WORK, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY TO THE DRIVER. *AK *MR
003235046 KIA SEPHIA 1996 When vehicle has been started engine light would come on and remain illuminated. had taken vehicle to dealership, and mechanic failed to resolve the
0000224099 KIA SEPHIA 1996 CONSUMER STATES THAT DASHBOARD IS PEELING OFF FROM THE CAR'S FOUNDATION.*AK
003224098 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Consumer states that body mounts separated from the frame, resulting in loss of steering function while driving. related recall 98v323000, consumer'
0000215808 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The dash board buckled to the point where the consumer had to cut off portions of it. the consumer was concerned it may affect the performance of the
996202102 KIA SEPHIA 1996 "check engine" light has been on since i baught the car. i have tried several times to have it fixed but the light still comes on. my car will not
999130075 KIA SEPHIA 1996 EVERY 5000 MILES NEEDS BRAKES/ ROTORS, CONSUMER FEELS ROTORS ARE WARPING FAST, AND THIS IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT.*AK
999130074 KIA SEPHIA 1996 EVERY 5000 MILES NEEDS BRAKES/ ROTORS, CONSUMER FEELS ROTORS ARE WARPING FAST, AND THIS IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT.*AK
0000125207 KIA SEPHIA 1996 AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
000113994 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Was driving vehicle & noticed smoke coming through the vents. pulled over & smoke filled the interior. vehicle towed to dealership. mechanic
999113567 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT WILL LATCH, BUT IT COMES LOOSE ON ITS OWN. *AK
000109220 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DUE TO WIRING PROBLEMS VEHICLE HAD STALLED, A FIRE STARTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. *AK *ML
000109219 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DUE TO WIRING PROBLEMS VEHICLE HAD STALLED, A FIRE STARTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. *AK *ML
000108369 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Cables are hanging from out the sides of 3 doors. dealer will not repair at his expense. when car is in reverse, the windows won't do anything.
000108368 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Cables are hanging from out the sides of 3 doors. dealer will not repair at his expense. when car is in reverse, the windows won't do anything.
999107891 KIA SEPHIA 1996 While driving vehicle air bags deployed without any warning. did not hit anything. this caused smoke to fill the inside of vehicle. also had jerked
999107890 KIA SEPHIA 1996 While driving vehicle air bags deployed without any warning. did not hit anything. this caused smoke to fill the inside of vehicle. also had jerked
0000103755 KIA SEPHIA 1996 AFTER AN OIL CHANGE THE MECHANIC LEFT THE OIL PLUG LOOSE AND THE PLUG FELL ON THE OPEN HIGHWAY, NOW THE VEHICLE HAS LEFT A CONSUMER STRANDED.*ET
0000067345 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The dashboard on my kia is folding and buckling preventing the defrost system to blow correctly. thus, make it a hazardous condition when it is
001062880 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS NEED TO BE REPLACED EVERY 8000 MILES. *AK
999062013 KIA SEPHIA 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
000060827 KIA SEPHIA 1996 EVERY TIME TAKEN IN FOR REG.CHECKUP,HAD NEW BRAKES PUT ON,PUTTING 99 BRAKES ON 96 CAR. *AK
996038688 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I've had to replace both front seat belt recepticles due to failure of latch. the engine check light stays on constant even after it is reset. i would
999038497 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I have had the brakes repaired at least 10-12 times and the problem still is not fixed. the brake pedal becomes hard and doesnt depress, making
999038496 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I have had the brakes repaired at least 10-12 times and the problem still is not fixed. the brake pedal becomes hard and doesnt depress, making
998035709 KIA SEPHIA 1996 In march 24, 1998 because of the malfunction of brake system , i had an accident. the brake inspection by kia authoized mechanic revealed, that the
999030488 KIA SEPHIA 1996 July of 1999 had problems with engine cooling system. car kept overheating. put it in the shop for repairs which cost $400.00. had it out about one
0000003779 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Consumer had the brake repaired and they failed again 6299 miles later, they had the brakes removed and taken to a specialist who informed them that
997156140 KIA SEPHIA 1996 When vehicle is cold the brake pedal would not depress to the floorboard, causing the consumer to pump the brakes to get out of park. dealer has been
0000145440 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Vehicle would not start at certain times, then the transmission went out while driving. dealer replaced transmission, and now engine check light is
0000142273 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DASHBOARD IS BUSTING AND BURNING TO PIECES INTO THE AIRBAG. MANUACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
998134764 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Consumer complained of ongoing problem with vehicle stalling intermittently. vehicle been in/out dealer shop on six occasions and problem still
998134258 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Defective cv joints caused a popping noise and loss of steering control which resulted in an accident. dealer replaced cv joints, but problem still
996131449 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Was driving vehicle when the engine check light came on. had taken vehicle to dealer at least a dozen times. each time told problem fixed, but it
0000121414 KIA SEPHIA 1996 THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON, ONE MONTH LATER THE ENGINE LOCKED UP. DEALER COULD NOT FIND WHY. *AK *SLC
0000121413 KIA SEPHIA 1996 THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON, ONE MONTH LATER THE ENGINE LOCKED UP. DEALER COULD NOT FIND WHY. *AK *SLC
997117709 KIA SEPHIA 1996 When driving vehicle the engine just stops without warning. the wiring harness and engine were replaced in april of 97. wiring harness has been
996115927 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Engine: check engine light comes on and vehicle stalls right in the street with no warning at all. has been in shop several times for this, and they
996115926 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Engine: check engine light comes on and vehicle stalls right in the street with no warning at all. has been in shop several times for this, and they
996115251 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BRAKES WEAR DOWN VERY FAST. OWNER IS ALWAYS TAKING THE CAR IN FOR BRAKE SERVICE. *AK
0000114716 KIA SEPHIA 1996 WHILE DRIVING THE CAR'S FRONT END AND STEERING HAVE A VIBRATION. *AK
0000111513 KIA SEPHIA 1996 IN COLD/DAMP WEATHER BRAKES WILL LOCK UP AND MAKE LOUD NOISE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SKID. *AK
996111372 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Door assembly: passenger's and driver's side back door flies open unexpectedly. took in to kia for repairs and they will not fix it because they
996111371 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Door assembly: passenger's and driver's side back door flies open unexpectedly. took in to kia for repairs and they will not fix it because they
996107124 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Trying to make a sudden stop going 10mph, brakes didn't take, brake pedal went to the floor, hit the vehicle in front. rotors and brakes pads were
996107123 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Trying to make a sudden stop going 10mph, brakes didn't take, brake pedal went to the floor, hit the vehicle in front. rotors and brakes pads were
998099153 KIA SEPHIA 1996 STARTER FAILED. NLM
998099152 KIA SEPHIA 1996 STARTER FAILED. NLM
0000097064 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Oil filters made by any other company than kia does not work. i had to get an oil change twice because the one done by the car lot was not a kia oil
0000097060 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Oil filters made by any other company than kia does not work. i had to get an oil change twice because the one done by the car lot was not a kia oil
0000097059 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Oil filters made by any other company than kia does not work. i had to get an oil change twice because the one done by the car lot was not a kia oil
998090399 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DASHBOARD GETS HOT AND IS DETERIORATING ABOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL
999084616 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The first month i had car the ignition/steering locked and needed towing by kia-nothing charged to me. the check engine light has been coming on and
999083308 KIA SEPHIA 1996 REPETEDLY REPAIRED FOR SAME PROBLEMS AND STILL SAME THINGS NOT NEEDING TO BE REPLACD HAD TO BE CAR IS A LEMON
998076238 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Purchased this vehicle with cv joint assembly damaged. car has recurrent history of problem. i feel my life is in danger and lemon law does not
996067691 KIA SEPHIA 1996 SEAL AND BOLT IN TRANSMISSION FAILED.
0000061536 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The parking brake cable pulled out of the center anchor in the transfer bracket due to possible design flaw of the metal being too soft (weak) for
999059492 KIA SEPHIA 1996 NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AND PASSENGER AIR BAG DURING FRONTAL COLLISION CAUSING FACE TO HIT STEERING WHEEL. NLM
997057918 KIA SEPHIA 1996 TRANSMISSION REPLACED DUE TO SLIPPING.
997057917 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Several replacements of brake pads and rotors due to warping/vibration/shuddering, also glazed brake lining replaced due to squeaking noise when
997057916 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Several replacements of brake pads and rotors due to warping/vibration/shuddering, also glazed brake lining replaced due to squeaking noise when
997057915 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Several replacements of brake pads and rotors due to warping/vibration/shuddering, also glazed brake lining replaced due to squeaking noise when
999057914 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DRIVERS SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILED/REPLACED DUE TO UNLATCHING WHILE DRIVING.
997057913 KIA SEPHIA 1996 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON FOLLOWED BY STALLING.
0000055468 KIA SEPHIA 1996 ENGINE/MOTOR FAILED.
0000055467 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DASH GAUGE LIGHTS FAILED.
998047768 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BRAKE ROTORS SEVERELY WORN, PADS FAILED CAUSING NOISE.
998047767 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BRAKE ROTORS SEVERELY WORN, PADS FAILED CAUSING NOISE.
996047296 KIA SEPHIA 1996 NO SUMMARY
998043628 KIA SEPHIA 1996 SUDDEN ACCELERATION.
996042507 KIA SEPHIA 1996 PASSENGER SEAT BELTS NEED TO BE REPLACED.
0000039994 KIA SEPHIA 1996 AIR BAG PLATE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE IS COMING OFF ON ONE SIDE.
0000038752 KIA SEPHIA 1996 VEHICLE CONTINUOUSLY STALLS.
996038687 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I've had to replace both front seat belt recepticles due to failure of latch. the engine check light stays on constant even after it is reset. i would
0000035244 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BRAKES FAILED.
0000035243 KIA SEPHIA 1996 STEERING MECHANISM FAILED.
997033078 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BRAKE CALIPERS FAILED, CAUSING VIBRATION.
997033077 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BRAKE PADS FAILED TWICE, CAUSING BRAKES TO PULSATE.
997033076 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BATTERY FAILED.
996033075 KIA SEPHIA 1996 NUMEROUS ENGINE REPAIRS DONE WHEN BROUGHT INTO DEALERSHIP AFTER CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON.
997033074 KIA SEPHIA 1996 ALTERNATOR FAILED.
0000030700 KIA SEPHIA 1996 UPON DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH, THE RPMS DROP AND VEHICLE STALLS. ALSO, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON TWICE. *AK
996028253 KIA SEPHIA 1996 VEHICLE VIBRATES WHEN DRIVEN 45-70 MPH.
996022469 KIA SEPHIA 1996 THERE IS ONLY A 2" SPACE BETWEEN GAS AND BRAKE PEDAL, CAUSING BOTH PEDALS TO BE DEPRESSED SIMULTANEOUSLY 3 TIMES.
996019983 KIA SEPHIA 1996 COMPUTER FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL; IGNITION FAILURE/ AIR BAG LIGHT COME SON/INTERIOR LIGHTS GO DIM. *AK
003224583 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Consumer states that body mounts separated from the frame, resulting in loss of steering function while driving. related recall 98v323000, consumer'
0000216290 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The dash board buckled to the point where the consumer had to cut off portions of it. the consumer was concerned it may affect the performance of the
996202575 KIA SEPHIA 1996 "check engine" light has been on since i baught the car. i have tried several times to have it fixed but the light still comes on. my car will not
003199605 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Dashboard has curled up in front (against windshield). because of this the defroster will not defrost the driver side of the windshield. as a result i
002199114 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The center of the dashboard near the windshield vents has peeled away over the last year or so from the dash frame. right now it is standing around
002198642 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The center of the dashboard near the windshield vents has peeled away over the last year or so from the dash frame. right now it is standing around
002197987 KIA SEPHIA 1996 CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE WHOLE DASH BOARD CAME OFF. DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED AT THE TIME OF THIS. TS
002197518 KIA SEPHIA 1996 CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE WHEN THE WHOLE DASH BOARD CAME OFF. DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED AT THE TIME OF THIS. TS
002195956 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Consumer states while driving going 30mph the vehicle was in a head on accident with another vehicle. consumer states the seat belt never locked and
002195491 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Consumer states while driving going 30mph the vehicle was in a head on accident with another vehicle. consumer states the seat belt never locked and
002194749 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Consumer states that the front seat belt buckles will not lock properly causing the consumer not to have a seat belt on while driving. dealer notified
002179256 KIA SEPHIA 1996 SEAT BELTS ARE UNTREADING WITHOUT BEING USED EXCESSIVELY.*AK
001150268 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Dashboard was warping. dashboard began discoloring a year 1/2 ago, and currently was falling apart. dealer advised that it was simply wear and
001150261 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Dashboard was warping. dashboard began discoloring a year 1/2 ago, and currently was falling apart. dealer advised that it was simply wear and
001138442 KIA SEPHIA 1996 WHILE DRIVING IN DARK IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE DUE TO HEADLIGHTS LAMPS, WHERE COVER IS TURNING YELLOW, AND ISN'T ILUMINATING LIKE BEFORE.*AK
999130082 KIA SEPHIA 1996 EVERY 5000 MILES NEEDS BRAKES/ ROTORS, CONSUMER FEELS ROTORS ARE WARPING FAST, AND THIS IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT.*AK
999130081 KIA SEPHIA 1996 EVERY 5000 MILES NEEDS BRAKES/ ROTORS, CONSUMER FEELS ROTORS ARE WARPING FAST, AND THIS IS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT.*AK
000117057 KIA SEPHIA 1996 FUEL INJECTION WIRING CAUGHT ON FIRE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
000114001 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Was driving vehicle & noticed smoke coming through the vents. pulled over & smoke filled the interior. vehicle towed to dealership. mechanic
999113574 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT WILL LATCH, BUT IT COMES LOOSE ON ITS OWN. *AK
000109226 KIA SEPHIA 1996 DUE TO WIRING PROBLEMS VEHICLE HAD STALLED, A FIRE STARTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. *AK *ML
000108376 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Cables are hanging from out the sides of 3 doors. dealer will not repair at his expense. when car is in reverse, the windows won't do anything.
999107898 KIA SEPHIA 1996 While driving vehicle air bags deployed without any warning. did not hit anything. this caused smoke to fill the inside of vehicle. also had jerked
0000103756 KIA SEPHIA 1996 A consumer received the recall for his vehicle brakes and rotors, since then the rotors have been a problem continuously, dealer replaced rotors 4
002102476 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The first wiring harness that was ordered for this car on 10/29/02 was defective. they ordered a second one. i went to pick up my car they say was
002102147 KIA SEPHIA 1996 THIS IS THE THIRD WIRING HARNESS THEY ARE ORDERING. DT
002102140 KIA SEPHIA 1996 THIS IS THE THIRD WIRING HARNESS THEY ARE ORDERING. DT
0000097061 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Oil filters made by any other company than kia does not work. i had to get an oil change twice because the one done by the car lot was not a kia oil
001084830 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The seams that join the body in the rear have separated, this caused a leak in the trunk of the vehicle. separation is significant enough to cause
001068693 KIA SEPHIA 1996 ONLY 9 MONTH OLD BREAK, ROTORS HAS BECOME TOO THIN, NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *AK
0000067352 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The dashboard on my kia is folding and buckling preventing the defrost system to blow correctly. thus, make it a hazardous condition when it is
001062886 KIA SEPHIA 1996 BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS NEED TO BE REPLACED EVERY 8000 MILES. *AK
999062019 KIA SEPHIA 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
000057620 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The top of the dash actually has a large burn scorch mark about the size of a grapefruit and the foam like material is bulging out, this is in the
000057614 KIA SEPHIA 1996 The top of the dash actually has a large burn scorch mark about the size of a grapefruit and the foam like material is bulging out, this is in the
996038694 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I've had to replace both front seat belt recepticles due to failure of latch. the engine check light stays on constant even after it is reset. i would
996038693 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I've had to replace both front seat belt recepticles due to failure of latch. the engine check light stays on constant even after it is reset. i would
999038503 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I have had the brakes repaired at least 10-12 times and the problem still is not fixed. the brake pedal becomes hard and doesnt depress, making
999038502 KIA SEPHIA 1996 I have had the brakes repaired at least 10-12 times and the problem still is not fixed. the brake pedal becomes hard and doesnt depress, making
998036684 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Because of the malfunction of brake system, i had an accident. brake inspection by kia authorized mechanic revealed, that the car had factory defect
998036678 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Because of the malfunction of brake system, i had an accident. brake inspection by kia authorized mechanic revealed, that the car had factory defect
998035713 KIA SEPHIA 1996 In march 24, 1998 because of the malfunction of brake system , i had an accident. the brake inspection by kia authoized mechanic revealed, that the
999030487 KIA SEPHIA 1996 July of 1999 had problems with engine cooling system. car kept overheating. put it in the shop for repairs which cost $400.00. had it out about one
0000027768 KIA SEPHIA 1996 THE SHIFT LOCK INDICATOR LOCKS.
0000004167 KIA SEPHIA 1996 WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE HOOD DUE TO WIRING HARNESSES FAILURE. YH
0000003783 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Consumer had the brake repaired and they failed again 6299 miles later, they had the brakes removed and taken to a specialist who informed them that
996190307 KIA SEPHIA 1996 ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THEN VEHICLE STALLS OUT, REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH TO NO AVAIL. *AK
996190287 KIA SEPHIA 1996 ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THEN VEHICLE STALLS OUT, REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH TO NO AVAIL. *AK
996190132 KIA SEPHIA 1996 VEHICLE BRAKES HAD FAILED THREE TIMES. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
996190129 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Vehicle's abs brakes failed three times, make gronding noise/dimmer switch overheated/replaced rusted muffler/gas accelerator too close to brake
996190112 KIA SEPHIA 1996 VEHICLE BRAKES HAD FAILED THREE TIMES. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
996190110 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Vehicle's abs brakes failed three times, make gronding noise/dimmer switch overheated/replaced rusted muffler/gas accelerator too close to brake
996190109 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Vehicle's abs brakes failed three times, make gronding noise/dimmer switch overheated/replaced rusted muffler/gas accelerator too close to brake
996190108 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Vehicle's abs brakes failed three times, make gronding noise/dimmer switch overheated/replaced rusted muffler/gas accelerator too close to brake
996190107 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Vehicle's abs brakes failed three times, make gronding noise/dimmer switch overheated/replaced rusted muffler/gas accelerator too close to brake
996190106 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Vehicle's abs brakes failed three times, make gronding noise/dimmer switch overheated/replaced rusted muffler/gas accelerator too close to brake
996190105 KIA SEPHIA 1996 Vehicle's abs brakes failed three times, make gronding noise/dimmer switch overheated/replaced rusted muffler/gas accelerator too close to brake
0000156695 KIA SEPHIA 1996 When the occupant makes a slight move in the driver's seat belt buckle comes loose, leaving the occupant unprotected in case of crash. dealer has
997156160 KIA SEPHIA 1996 When vehicle is cold the brake pedal would not depress to the floorboard, causing the consumer to pump the brakes to get out of park. dealer has been

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