Engine And Engine Cooling Related Problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sephia

Table 1 shows 23 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sephia. The number one most common problem is related to the gasoline engine (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the car stall (15 problems).

Table 1. Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of Kia Motor Sephia

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Gasoline Engine problems	21
Car Stall problems	15
Check Engine Light On problems	12
Engine Exhaust System problems	11
Engine Stall problems	9
Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems	9
Engine Cooling System problems	8
Engine problems	5
Catalytic Convertor problems	5
Engine Noise problems	4
Emission Control problems	4
Engine Shut Off Without Warning problems	3
Radiator Hose problems	2
Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) problems	2
Diesel Engine problems	2
Water Pump problems	2
Engine Failure problems	2
Engine Oil Leaking problems	2
Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problems	1
Engine Overheat problems	1
Blown Head Gasket problems	1
Engine Belts And Pulleys problems	1
Cooling Fan problems	1

Recently reported Engine And Engine Cooling problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sephia

The Gasoline Engine problem

Engine needs to be replaced. Dealer said engine was sludged up due to no regular oil changes. Consumer has had regular oil changes done at very same dealership, consumer does not believe that is the reason engine needs to be replaced. Kia is of no help. Read details...

The Car Stall problem

Consumer states having a problem w/ith "cable" that goes from gas tank to engine. Consumer advises that cable is attached to a wiring harness that gets very hot and is showing signs of melting. Read details...

The Check Engine Light On problem

Check engine light on & o/d light flashes after almost every 300 miles since recall campaign to replace orvr valves was serviced by dealer. O/d light flashes would then follow engine stalling (after driven 150 miles) and would only crank engine but wont start. Read details...

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